In Matanda, Migori County, tragedy struck as a boat capsized in River Migori, leaving one person missing.
The Kenya Red Cross revealed that the boat, carrying six individuals, met with misfortune, and only five have been successfully rescued so far.
In an official statement, the Kenya Red Cross expressed gratitude for the swift response and assistance from the community in rescuing the five individuals.
Regrettably, one person remains unaccounted for.
The organization, in collaboration with the County Government, has promptly deployed additional divers to intensify search and retrieval efforts.
“Early this morning, a boat capsized at the River Migori in Matanda.
Thanks to the quick response and support from the community, five individuals were successfully rescued. Unfortunately, one person remains missing.
The Kenya Red Cross and the County Government have mobilized additional divers for continued search and retrieval efforts,” read the official statement.
Efforts to locate the missing person are currently underway, with ongoing search and retrieval operations.
This incident adds to the toll of casualties resulting from the ongoing El Nino rains, with the death toll reaching 142 as of December 1.
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura, in a statement, noted that the rainfall is expected to persist in the southern parts of the country, with a reduction in intensity and coverage in the northern regions.
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