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In a statement on Sunday, Mwaura said approximately 212,630 persons from 42,526 households have been displaced.
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Cumulatively, he said 223,198 people have been affected by floods countrywide.
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Nine people died over the last 24 hours due to floods-related incidences bringing the national death toll to 228.
Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura said the ongoing flooding has also left 164 people with injuries while 72 others are currently reported missing.
In a statement on Sunday, Mwaura said approximately 212,630 persons from 42,526 households have been displaced.
Cumulatively, he said 223,198 people have been affected by floods countrywide.
"The government conveys its heartfelt condolences to friends and families who have lost their loved ones," Mwaura said.
On Saturday, two more bodies were discovered following the Mai Mahiu flood tragedy raising the death toll to 58, police reported.
A follow-up report on the incident released by Mai Mahiu police station said the multiagency team managed to recover the bodies of a male adult and one minor.
Mwaura said Homa Bay, Kajiado, Nakuru, Mandera and Nairobi counties are the worst affected by the ongoing heavy rains that have unleashed floods of unprecedented proportions.
He said the government continues to effect the 24-hour evacuation notice issued on May 2.
The government is also facilitating logistical support by providing alternative accommodation and essential supplies to those affected, he added.
Mwaura said a multi-agency team is leading the evacuation in riparian areas and confirmed that 163,210 residents have so far been moved either forcefully or voluntarily.
He assured Kenyans that all National Game parks and reserves remain safe and largely accessible despite the ongoing floods.
"The flood scare in Maasai Mara should not cause alarm as only two tented camps along Talek River have been swept away and no casualty has been reported in terms of tourists and employees," he said.
"The affected tourists and employees were evacuated and are safe. Only a few roads in Mara have been affected, and the park is still widely accessible."
He said that tourists should ignore travel advisories cautioning them against visiting the country adding that Kenya remains safe for tourism.
Mwaura called on Kenyans to join in the ongoing relief efforts through donations or volunteering.
He advised Kenyans to report any flood-related emergencies via the National Disaster Operations Centre (NDOC) toll free number 0800 721 571.
Mwaura also appealed to the development partners and friends of Kenya to support the nation during this period of emergency.
The government spokesman commended the United Arab Emirates for their donations of two plane loads of 80 tonnes of food and non-food items.