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At least 40 people die in western Kenya after a dam collapses

IndiaTimes Monday, 29 April 2024
A tragic incident occurred in western Kenya as the Old Kijabe Dam collapsed early Monday, claiming the lives of at least 40 individuals. The catastrophe unleashed a torrent of water, engulfing houses and severing a vital road. Situated in the flood-prone Mai Mahiu area of the Great Rift Valley region, the dam failure prompted a downstream deluge.
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Kenya: 42 Deceased as Dam Bursts, Rescue Ops Underway to Find Survivors | Oneindia News 03:07

Tragedy struck in Kenya as a dam burst near Mai Mahiu in Nakuru county, claiming the lives of at least 42 people. Rescue operations are underway as authorities race to find survivors amidst the devastation. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this developing story. #Kenya #KenyaDamAccident...

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