24 people have been confirmed dead following a massive landslide in West Pokot that buried them alive in Nyarkulian and Parua villages.
According to the area chief, Mr. Joel Bulal, many more people are still missing and hopes of finding them alive are minimal even as rescue operations continue.
Sincere condolences to the families of the victims of the West Pokot landslide. May God give you peace and comfort, and may our prayers ease the pain of this great loss. We urge those in vulnerable areas to be on alert during this period of the short rains.
— William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@WilliamsRuto) November 23, 2019
The chief says many others have been left with multiple injuries following the tragedy. The Red Cross has already dispatched a team on the ground.
The tragedy in West Pokot comes even as the rain continues to pound across the country, cutting off roads in some parts like in Turkana.
BREAKING NEWS: At least 15 people are feared dead in multiple landslides in Nyarkulian, West Pokot after heavy rains last night. pic.twitter.com/BTbspWEPTv
— PEOPLE DAILY (@PeopleDailyKe) November 23, 2019
Ortum-Sebit road in Turkana County cut-off following heavy downpour, KeNHA advises motorists to use alternative routes https://t.co/1CKwYr1Apu pic.twitter.com/yl5ZTETruz
— Citizen TV Kenya (@citizentvkenya) November 23, 2019
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