President William Ruto has announced a nationwide emergency mission after a second wave of flash floods tore through several regions, including Nairobi.
In a statement on Sunday, March 15, the president confirmed that a multi-agency task force – uniting the military, security agencies, and humanitarian groups – remains on the ground to manage evacuations and rescue missions. He also assured citizens that the national government is partnering with county leaders to fast-track the delivery of medicine and emergency food to every family in need.
“We continue to closely monitor the situation, and I urge all Kenyans to strictly follow the guidance issued by relevant authorities, including the Kenya Meteorological Department and the police,” Ruto stated.
President Ruto has pledged that the government will do everything in its power to protect citizens and support communities so that no Kenyan faces this disaster alone. He also assured the public that state departments would continue providing regular safety updates to help everyone stay prepared.
“The ongoing heavy rains affecting several parts of our country continue to put lives and livelihoods at risk. My thoughts are with the families and communities that have already been affected during this difficult period,” the president said.
The crisis intensified on Saturday, March 14, as a second wave of flash floods paralyzed large parts of Nairobi. The downpour completely overwhelmed the city’s drainage systems, leaving roads submerged and traffic at a standstill.
According to the Kenya Red Cross, the flooding hit several key areas, including Parklands, the Central Business District (CBD), and Ngong Road near Ngando. Other neighborhoods, such as Lower Kabete, Kibera, Kilimani, South B, Kawangware, and Lang’ata, also faced rising waters and significant disruption.
The floods have turned several major transport corridors into virtual rivers. Commuters faced massive delays as water submerged the Nairobi Expressway at the Museum Hill exit, along with Limuru Road, Bunyala Road, and Lusaka Road. These rising waters didn’t stop at the main highways; they also flooded multiple streets within the CBD and Eastleigh, leaving many vehicles stalled or abandoned.
According to the Red Cross, the crisis peaked because both the Nairobi and Ngong rivers burst their banks. This overflow unleashed torrents of water into neighborhoods that are rarely faced with such challenges, catching many residents unprepared.
The persistent rain has also paralyzed essential utility repairs. Nairobi Water officials reported that technical teams cannot reach damaged pipelines along Outering Road, especially the sections crossing the river. The company has had to pause these works due to the extreme danger the fast-flowing water poses to their staff and specialized equipment.
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