This archive report was first published on 23 November 2019.
Published on November 23, 2019, a devastating landslide struck West Pokot in Kenya, claiming the lives of at least 24 people.
The tragedy occurred in remote villages of Nyarkulian and Papua, where heavy rains caused widespread destruction and buried up to 15 people alive.
West Pokot County Commissioner Apollo Okello led the rescue efforts, with the Kenya Red Cross, security forces, and locals joining the search for survivors.
"The challenge we are having is the heavy rains but we are determined to do our best in the search and rescue," a senior police officer said.
Deputy President William Ruto sent condolences to the affected families, saying, "Sincere condolences to the families of the victims of the West Pokot landslide. May God give you peace and comfort, and may our prayers ease the pain of this great loss. We urge those in vulnerable areas to be on alert during this period of the short rains."
