70 dead, more destruction as floods continue to wreak havoc countrywide

Boda boda operators ride through a section of River Muatineni from Sultan Hamud to Kasikeu. [Stephen Nzioka, Standard]

Deaths and economic losses due to the ongoing flooding across the country is worsening as authorities begin to scramble for solutions to minimise damage.

The government yesterday indicated that 70 people have lost their lives due to the flooding.