The National Police Service (NPS) has issued an update on the aftermath of the widespread flooding and disruption witnessed across various parts of Nairobi.

In a statement released by the National Police Service on Saturday, March 7, 2026, the police confirmed twenty-three casualties, with at least twenty-nine people successfully rescued from various locations.

“The National Police Service wishes to update the public on the ongoing search and rescue operations following the heavy overnight rainfall, which has caused widespread flooding and disruption across various parts of Nairobi,” NPS said.

The police officers have confirmed that the heavy downpour has led to the destruction of property, road closures, and the displacement of residents within Nairobi.

“The torrential rains have led to significant flooding, unfortunately resulting in 23 fatalities so far, the destruction of property, road closures, and the displacement of residents,” NPS added.

Affected Nairobi estates

According to the police, the most affected areas include Mukuru, Kibra, Mathare, Huruma, South B and C, Pipeline/Embakasi, Roysambu, Kahawa West, Githurai, and parts of Westlands.

Additionally, sections of Uhuru Highway, Mombasa Road, the Thika Superhighway, Jogoo Road, Enterprise Road, and Lang’ata Road have also been affected.

In response to the emergency, the National Police Service has confirmed it is working collaboratively with other stakeholders to conduct overnight search and rescue operations.

“We are pleased to report that 29 people were successfully rescued from various locations and are receiving the necessary support,” NPS said.

The police have confirmed that the response teams remain fully deployed, actively responding to distress calls and continuing with search and rescue missions.

Further assuring residents that the Service is monitoring the situation closely and is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all Kenyans, residents, and visitors.

Caution to Kisumu residents

As Kenya experiences the onset of the March–April–May long rains, the Kenya Red Cross has stepped up efforts to assist communities affected by flooding.

In Kisumu County, the Sondu-Miriu River burst its banks, displacing hundreds of residents in Wang’chieng Ward.

Kobala and Kobuya locations have seen homes submerged and belongings swept away, while roughly 56 hectares of farmland have been destroyed, threatening local food security.

Volunteers and Community-Based Disaster Response teams have carried out timely evacuations, preventing reported casualties and highlighting the impact of early preparedness.

“Beyond Nairobi, flooding has also been reported in Wang’chieng Ward, Kisumu County, after the Sondu-Miriu River burst its banks, affecting Kobala and Kobuya locations. Approximately 381 households have been affected, with homesteads and farms flooded and about 56 hectares of farmland destroyed.”