At least 15 people have been confirmed dead and dozens remain missing after a devastating landslide struck parts of Elgeyo Marakwet County, government officials have confirmed.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said 25 injured survivors have been rescued and taken to nearby hospitals for treatment, while 30 people are still unaccounted for as search and rescue efforts continue.
“We have managed to evacuate 25 injured people for further medical attention. Sadly, 15 people lost their lives in this unfortunate tragedy, while 30 people are still unaccounted for,” Murkomen said at a rescue scene.
The CS said a multi-agency team comprising the military, police, National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs), county government officials, and humanitarian organizations is spearheading ongoing search and rescue operations in the affected area.
Murkomen added that the government has moved households at risk of further landslides to safer grounds and established a desk for reporting missing persons as part of the ongoing emergency response.
The landslide, triggered by days of heavy rainfall, has left widespread destruction and displaced numerous families.
Authorities have urged residents in landslide-prone areas to remain on high alert and heed evacuation advisories issued by local administrators.
