Heavy monsoon-like rains hit Elgeyo-Marakwet County in Kenya’s Rift Valley on Saturday, triggering a massive landslide that has so far claimed 22 lives 😔. The sudden deluge reshaped the landscape, sweeping away homes and roads.
Local authorities report 29 people still missing and 21 injured, currently receiving critical care at regional hospitals. Community volunteers and first responders are using smartphones and drones for real-time mapping of the affected zones, speeding up rescue missions 📱🚁.
The Kenyan government has deployed military planes and disaster response specialists, including geologists and search-and-rescue teams, to comb through the debris. Their goal: find survivors and deliver emergency aid faster than ever.
Such extreme weather events echo similar monsoon floods in South and Southeast Asia, reminding us of the urgent need for resilient infrastructure and early warning systems. For tech-savvy youth keen on climate action, supporting local NGOs or following emergency alerts on trusted apps can make a real difference.
Stay tuned for updates, and let’s keep the missing in our thoughts. Solidarity knows no borders 🌍💪.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
