Audio By VocalizeHouse colapsed after heavy rainfall [Courtesy]Heavy rainfall experienced in most parts of the country in the last 24 hours has left two children dead. House colapsed after heavy rainfall [Courtesy]Elsewhere in Kibwezi West constituency, a heavy rainfall characterised by strong winds left a child dead while an aged woman sustained serious injuries after a house they were sleeping in collapsed, burying them inside the ruins. "The police have retrieved one body, which has since been transferred to Makindu Subcounty Hospital morgue. The deceased's grandmother has also been moved to Makindu Subcounty Hospital for treatment," Peter confirmed. The Kenya Red Cross, Makueni branch, reports more than 10 deaths related to drowning and heavy downpour-related disasters since the onset of the rainfall.

Source: Standard Digital March 22, 2026 10:24 UTC