Search and rescue operations are underway in Baraka, Olkaria Village, Kajiado South, after one person was reportedly swept away by floodwaters while attempting to cross an overflowing river.
According to the Kenya Red Cross Society, the incident occurred on the night of Friday, October 30, as heavy floodwaters made it dangerous for residents to cross the river.
The rescue teams are currently conducting search operations in an effort to locate the missing individual.In a safety advisory, the Red Cross urged members of the public to exercise caution during the ongoing rainy season and avoid crossing flooded rivers and roads.
” We urge the public to avoid crossing flooded rivers and roads,” the organisation stated.
The humanitarian agency further urged Kenyans to seek emergency assistance whenever necessary through its toll-free hotline, 1199.
The incident comes amid growing concerns over the dangers posed by rising water levels during the rainy season, with motorists and pedestrians being warned against attempting to navigate flooded routes.
