NAIROBI, March 30 (Xinhua) -- The death toll from floods triggered by recent heavy rains across several parts of Kenya has risen to 110, authorities have confirmed.
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration said that more than 30 counties have experienced flooding and other hazards associated with heavy rains, leaving communities in distress and critical infrastructure severely affected.
"Nairobi has the highest number of deaths at 37, followed by the Eastern region with 26 and the Rift Valley region with 14, among others," the ministry said in a statement issued Sunday in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital.
The ongoing heavy downpours have also rendered roads impassable and caused significant damage to several bridges, complicating relief operations and restricting access to affected communities.
Emergency response teams are on the ground, with the government urging residents in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and follow safety advisories as heavy rains continue. ■