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Torrential rains in East Africa cause deadly floods, landslides

The New York Times — April 26, 2024, 01:00 AM UTC

Summary: Recent torrential rains in East Africa caused floods and landslides, resulting in over 200 deaths and numerous injuries. Tanzania, Kenya, and Burundi were severely affected, highlighting issues with poor infrastructure and drainage systems. Activists urge governments to prioritize infrastructure improvements to mitigate future disasters.

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  1. [4.5]
    Kenya floods claim 52 lives, displacing thousands, amid criticism (CNN)
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  2. [3.4]
    Tourists evacuated from Maasai Mara due to flooding (The Guardian)
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  3. [4.5]
    Kenya faces catastrophic floods due to heavy rains (CTV News)
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  4. [6.1]
    Dam collapse in Kenya kills 45, floods claim 100 lives (The Associated Press)
    7d

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  5. [4.8]
    Dam burst in Kenya kills 42 amid heavy rains (The Guardian)
    7d
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  6. [4.6]
    Dozens killed in Kenya floods after dam bursts (CNN)
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  7. [3.8]
    At least 70 killed by flooding in Kenya (Castanet.net)
    9d
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  8. [4.8]
    Kenya flood death toll rises, more rain expected (The Guardian)
    9d
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  9. [4.5]
    Severe flooding in Kenya and neighboring countries causes devastation (CNN)
    10d
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  10. [5.1]
    Heavy rain causes flooding in Eastern Africa, cold in Europe (The Guardian)
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