In a statement on Thursday, February 26, he said the tragic incident occurred at Mara Rianta, where the victims reportedly tried to drive across the swollen river before their vehicle was overpowered by the fast-moving waters.
"The two, who were residents of Kirindon in Kimintet Ward, were returning home from Mara Rianta when the unfortunate incident occurred.
Our County Disaster Response Team is currently at the scene coordinating efforts to retrieve the bodies and recover the vehicle wreckage," he said.
Ntutu described the incident as a painful reminder of the dangers associated with attempting to cross flooded waterways, especially during the ongoing rainy season.
"This tragic incident serves as a painful reminder of the grave dangers posed by swollen rivers during the rainy season.
I urge all residents to exercise extreme caution and to refrain from attempting to cross flooded rivers or bridges, regardless of how passable they may appear," he added.To Read More https://mombasanewspaper.blogspot.com/2026/02/heavy-rains-turn-deadly-as-two-swept.html
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