At least 18 people were killed in Kenya as heavy rains caused landslides and flooding in several counties, police said Sunday. Mudslides struck Tharaka Nithi, Elgeyo‑Marakwet, and Kiambu, destroying homes and forcing evacuations. Multi‑agency response units have been deployed to rescue trapped residents, provide relief supplies, and map vulnerable areas to prevent further casualties. The rains, part of Kenya’s seasonal long rains, have repeatedly caused deadly flooding, with 71 deaths reported earlier this year. Authorities continue to warn of heightened risks in landslide‑prone and flood‑affected regions.
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