Torrential rains have wreaked havoc in Tanzania, causing severe flooding that has tragically claimed the lives of 155 individuals and affected over 200,000 more. The relentless downpours have significantly surpassed the number of fatalities reported just two weeks ago, highlighting the escalating nature of the crisis. Rainfall has been particularly heavy in the coastal regions and the capital city of Dar es Salaam. As the ongoing rainy season intensifies, Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has highlighted the exacerbation of flooding due to the El Niño climate pattern. The destructive power of the floods has compromised roads, bridges, and railways, while emergency services have been tirelessly rescuing people trapped in perilous floodwaters. Flooding has forced the closure of schools, and concerns have been raised about the distribution of essential supplies to those who have lost their homes. Prime Minister Majaliwa has issued a stern warning to residents living in low-lying areas, urging them to relocate to higher ground for safety. The severity of the situation has extended to neighboring countries in East Africa, with flooding reported in Burundi and Kenya. In Kenya, the death toll has risen to 35, with projections indicating a further increase as the flooding continues. The deluge has particularly impacted the Mathare slum in the capital city of Nairobi, where several bodies have been retrieved from submerged homes. Kenyan President William Ruto held a multi-agency flood response meeting on Thursday and instructed the National Youth Service to provide land for displaced individuals seeking refuge from the inundating waters.
Flooding in Tanzania Claims Over 150 Lives, Displaces Thousands
