Flash floods have been reported in at least two counties after heavy rainfall on Wednesday and Thursday caused rivers to breach their banks, close roads, and destroy homes.
On Thursday, the Soko Bora area of Elgeyo Marakwet County became impassable after the Embobut River burst its banks.
According to residents, heavy rains that began in the afternoon left commuters moving between destinations like Kapsowar and Eldoret stranded.
The rains flooded the Sokobora Bridge, prompting safety warnings for residents to stay away from riverbanks.
At the same time, heavy rains pounded several parts of West Pokot County, destroying homes, washing away farms and cutting off roads.
Families in affected villages are counting losses after floodwaters submerged crops, damaged houses and swept away infrastructure, leaving some residents without shelter and livelihoods.
A footbridge connecting Arol and Tandapos in Adurkoit was swept away on Wednesday night following heavy rainfall, disrupting movement between the two areas.
Residents have appealed for urgent government intervention to provide relief, restore damaged roads and support families affected by the floods.
West Pokot County officials have begun assessing damage in parts of Kacheliba and Kapenguria constituencies to determine the extent of the destruction and identify households needing assistance.
A team from the Department of Special Programmes, Humanitarian Coordination and Disaster Management, led by Chief Officer Daniel Lopale, visited the…
