KENYA – Flooding death toll in Kenya following heavy rains have risen to 50, according to the Interior Ministry on Thursday.

At least 17 counties have been hit by flash floods that have damaged infrastructure and displaced thousands of families, the ministry said in a statement.

Authorities said nine people remain missing and 12,338 homes have been affected or destroyed by floodwaters in several regions.

Officials said multi-agency security and disaster response teams have been deployed to support affected communities and coordinate relief operations.

“With 17 counties already affected by flooding and more heavy rainfall expected, multi-agency security and response teams remain deployed across the country to support affected families, coordinate relief efforts, and closely monitor the evolving situation,” the ministry said.

The counties affected include:

• Nairobi
• Kisumu
• Narok
• Kiambu
• Migori
• Siaya
• Makueni
• Busia
• Wajir
• Kisii
• Homa Bay
• Taita Taveta
• Baringo
• Kajiado
• Kitui
• Kwale
• Machakos

Flooding has disrupted roads, bridges and power supply in some areas, while schools and residential neighborhoods have also been affected.

Emergency teams are evacuating residents from flood-prone areas and providing relief assistance as authorities warn that heavy rains may continue during the early stages of the long-rains season.