The death toll from last Friday’s floods has risen to 62, with Nairobi recording the highest number of fatalities, authorities said on Friday.
The Ministry of Interior confirmed that 46 men, eight women, and eight children have lost their lives since the devastating rains swept through the country.
Nairobi has reported 33 deaths, followed by the Eastern region with 17 and the Rift Valley with seven.
Nyanza and the Coast have recorded two deaths each, while Central Kenya has reported one fatality.
The ministry said the increase in casualties comes as rescue teams continue to search affected areas and assess the scale of destruction.
“The number of casualties and affected areas has increased as rescue teams continue search operations,” the statement read.
The floods, which began on March 6, have displaced thousands of families across 18 counties.
The affected counties include Nairobi, Kisumu, Narok, and others in western and southern Kenya. Authorities estimate that 12,338 homes have been swept away or submerged, leaving many residents without shelter.
“The floods have disrupted essential services in several regions,” the ministry noted.
Roads and bridges remain impassable in some areas, hampering relief efforts.
Power outages have been reported where electricity infrastructure was damaged, while water supply lines have also been destroyed, adding to the challenges faced by residents.
Schools in several counties have been affected, with floodwaters entering learning institutions or cutting off access roads, forcing temporary closures.
Farms, market areas, and businesses have also suffered extensive damage, threatening livelihoods dependent on agriculture and small-scale trade.
Multi-agency response teams remain deployed across the affected counties to coordinate rescue operations and provide relief support. Officials continue to urge residents to avoid low-lying areas and follow safety instructions from local authorities.
Last week, the Interior Ministry reported that nine people were still missing and thousands had been displaced.
“The multi-agency teams remain on the ground monitoring the situation,” the ministry said, adding that authorities are prioritising the delivery of emergency relief, including shelter, food, and medical support, to affected communities.
As heavy rains continue in parts of the country, the ministry has called on citizens to remain vigilant.
Authorities are also reviewing the flood response mechanisms and preparing for potential further rainfall to prevent additional loss of life.
