NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The torrential rains and deadly floods that have hit Kenya since March have been some of the most catastrophic in the country in recent years.
At least 169 people have died due to the heavy rains, with more than 91 missing, according to the latest government figures.
In the most tragic single event, at least 48 people were killed on Monday after water blew through a blocked river tunnel under a railway bridge in southwestern Kenya, causing a flash flood. The rain has displaced more than 100,000 people and damaged roads and other infrastructure.
The devastating rains are a result of a mix of factors, including the country’s seasonal weather patterns, human-caused climate change as well as natural weather phenomena.
Here’s how they combined to create the deadly deluge.
Related articles:
Related suggestion:
1 killed, 11 more people hurt in shooting in New OrleansWho is the realScotland's Lewis Ferguson out of Euro 2024 after injuring knee while playing for BolognaRobert F. Kennedy Jr. convenes hundreds in Iowa to try for access to November ballotCambodia deports 130 online scam suspects to China — Radio Free AsiaChina, Greece sign deal to boost tourism cooperationReggie Yates' fans send heartfelt congratulations after he delightedly shares baby newsScotland's Lewis Ferguson out of Euro 2024 after injuring knee while playing for BolognaUnion settles extended strike with Pittsburgh newspaper, while journalists, other unions remain outThe WEF’s chairman is still alive and well, despite claims online
2.8373s , 6496.28125 kb
Copyright © 2024 Powered by What's causing the catastrophic rainfall in Kenya? ,Global Glossary news portal