NAIROBI [Kenya] At least 35 people have been killed and dozens of others missing after a dam burst in southern Kenya, CNN reports, as the country faces weeks of heavy rains and devastating floods. . Rescue teams wade through mud and debris trying to find survivors near Mai Mahiyu in Kenya's Nakuru County. The county warned that the death toll could rise significantly, coming as floods in Kenya have killed 103 people and forced thousands of residents from their homes since March. Susan Kihika stressed that a serious situation is emerging in Mai Mahiu, Kenya, where flood waters have swept away people and homes, according to government spokesman Isaac Maigua Mwaura, CNN reported. He said, "We are trying to get a handle on the situation, but it is a bit overwhelming, but we are trying our best, especially to reach out to those who have been swept away because we hope that some of them are still alive." are also alive." Kihika said access to Mai Mahiu has become difficult because part of the road has been cut off due to recent heavy rains.Teams are busy clearing the debris and trying to reach survivors and pull out bodies. On Monday, the Kenya Red Cross Society said several people were taken to a health facility in Mai Mahiu after flash flooding in Kamuchir village. "The floodwaters are believed to have come from a nearby river that has burst its banks," the group said. Kenya experienced heavy rainfall since mid-March. However, as CNN reports, there has been heavy rainfall over the past week, resulting in widespread flooding.In a post on X, IFRC Secretary General and CEO Jagan Chapagain said, "Kenya is facing a serious flood crisis due to the combined effects of El Nino and prolonged rains from March–May 2024. "November 2023,” Chapagain said. In 2007, El Nino caused devastating floods that caused rivers to swell, causing more than a hundred deaths and widespread damage.'' Flooding covered nearly half of Kenya, affecting about 131,450 people. Photos and video from Nairobi showed people trapped on rooftops or saving what they could from their homes. Destroyed by sudden flood.Other videos show heavy flooding around the Tana River Additionally, Kenya's Education Ministry said on Monday that the rains have left roads, buildings and vehicles submerged Primary and secondary schools New schools for a week until May 6 Start of session will be postponed On Sunday, the Kenya Red Cross Society said 23 people had been rescued and others were missing after a boat capsized in Kona Punda while it was heading towards Mororo. , CNN reported. As of Friday, the group announced it had rescued more than 300 people since the rains began in March. Heavy rains in East Africa have also affected Tanzania and Burundi.