US EditionLandslide in western Kenya leaves 21 people dead, 30 others missing
Heavy rains caused landslides that killed at least 13 people and destroyed over 1,000 homes in Elgeyo Marakwet, with rescue efforts hindered by blocked roads, officials said.
- The Kenyan government confirmed 21 people died following a landslide in western Kenya after heavy rainfall.
- Over 30 people were still unaccounted for after being reported missing by their families while 25 people with serious injuries had been airlifted.
- The Kenyan Red Cross said the most affected areas are still not accessible by road due to mudslides and flash flooding.
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Tragedy in Rift Valley: Kenya Battled by Deadly Landslides | Science-Environment
Tragedy in Rift Valley: Kenya Battled by Deadly Landslides At least 21 individuals lost their lives, and 30 others are unaccounted for following a devastating landslide in Kenya's western Rift Valley. The disaster was triggered by continuous heavy rains blanketing the region during the country's short rains season.The mudslides obliterated more than 1,000 homes in the hilly area of Chesongoch, situated in Elgeyo Marakwet County, on Saturday. Cru…
Authorities have asked citizens living near rivers and in areas affected by landslides to move to safer places.
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Landslide in western Kenya leaves 21 people dead, 30 others missing
At least 21 people have died and 30 others are missing after a landslide in Kenya’s western Rift Valley region, where heavy rains have battered the area for days during the country’s ongoing short rains season.
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vijesti.meAt least 21 people have died and more than 30 are missing in western Kenya after landslides triggered by torrential rains on Friday, Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen said today.
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