Tragedy has struck Kenya as a devastating dam burst in southern Kenya has claimed the lives of at least 35 people, with many more reported missing. The disaster has added to the already dire situation in the country, which has been grappling with weeks of heavy rainfall and flash floods that have left a trail of destruction in their wake.
The dam burst occurred in Mai Mahiu, Nakuru County, sweeping away homes and vehicles and leaving a trail of destruction. Rescue teams are working tirelessly to search for survivors, but the task is daunting, with many feared trapped under the mud and debris.
The incident is the latest in a series of devastating floods that have hit Kenya since March, killing at least 103 people and displacing thousands. The government has declared a national disaster, and the Kenya Red Cross Society has been working around the clock to provide aid and assistance to those affected.
The floods have been caused by heavy rainfall, which has been exacerbated by the El Niño climate pattern. The rains have been intense, with some areas receiving over 300 mm of rainfall in just a few days. The resulting floods have been catastrophic, with rivers bursting their banks and sweeping away everything in their path.
The situation is particularly dire in Nairobi, where many residents have been left stranded on rooftops or forced to salvage what they can from their destroyed homes. The city's river has burst its banks, causing widespread destruction and chaos.
The government has announced that all primary and secondary schools will postpone the start of the new school term for one week until May 6, due to the floods. The Kenya Red Cross Society has also been working to rescue those stranded, with over 300 people rescued since the onset of the rains in March.
The floods have not only affected Kenya but also neighboring countries, including Tanzania and Burundi. In Tanzania, at least 155 people have been killed by flooding, according to Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa.
The situation in Kenya is dire, and the government and aid agencies are working around the clock to provide assistance to those affected. The floods have left a trail of destruction, and it will take a long time for the country to recover. However, with the help of the international community and the resilience of the Kenyan people, there is hope for a brighter future.
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