At least seven people die as heavy rains leave waist-high floodwaters in Somalia’s capital

Somalia: At Least 11 Killed As Heavy Rains Lash Mogadishu, Says Mayor

Mogadishu, Somalia -- At least 11 people have been killed in Mogadishu following unusually heavy rains that have battered the Somali capital in recent days, the city's mayor said Saturday.

Somali authorities reported that at least seven people died as a result of torrential rains and consequent floods that from Friday to Saturday devastated the capital of that African country, Mogadishu. Rainfall forced more than 200 families to move. It was reported that nine houses were destroyed and six roads were severely damaged. In eight hours about 115 millimetres of rain fell. Areas of Aden Abdulle airport were also affected, although flig…

Heavy rains cause flooding in Somalia’s Mogadishu, killing seven

Heavy rains trigger flooding that damages roads, homes and key infrastructure in Mogadishu.

7 dead, 9 houses collapse as heavy rains, floods hit Somalia

Somali capital witnessed heavy rainfall late Friday into Saturday, affecting traffic, homes, with more rain expected, says state news agency - Anadolu Ajansı

7 People Killed, 9 Houses Collapsed By 'Severe' Flooding On Friday

The 5 Worst Hurricanes In The History Of The USA (1:57) A combination of heavy flooding with a major city's failed draining system has tragically cost seven people their lives. Sadly, the death toll may not even be finalized yet.According to the Associated Press, at least seven people were killed by severe flooding in the city of Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. Mogadishu has a population of over 2.7 million, making it the largest city in the …

At least 7 dead after heavy rains overwhelm drainage system in Somalia

Somalia has in the past suffered extreme climate shocks that include prolonged dry seasons that have caused drought and heavy rains.