Two KRA officers missing after car swept by floods in Kwale

A heavy downpour has resulted in floods in several parts of the Coast, resulting in marooned houses and damaged roads.

Residents struggle with floods following a downpour at Bamburi in Mombasa County on Friday, November 17, 2023. [Kelvin Karani, Standard]

Roads have been rendered impassible following Friday's heavy rains. Video clips on social media show residents swimming to safety, and cars submerged in flood waters.

In Bamburi, Mombasa County residents were seen struggling to navigate the waters that have covered the roads.

The Kenya Red Cross has since urged residents to evacuate to higher grounds, disconnect all electricity and gas supply, and avoid walking or driving in flooded areas.

In the event one is trapped, Mombasa County Governor Abdulswamad Nassir said there is a rescue team ready to help