Several people have been rescued after three boats capsized in Vidazini, Mnarani in Kilifi and Mutuni in Lamu on Saturday morning.
The exercise which was made difficult due to rough sea conditions was supported by offshore response, medical evaluation and lifeguard services.
Confirming the incident was Kenya Red Cross who revealed that the County Governments of Mombasa, Lamu and Kilifi also supported the rescue mission.
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“Three boat capsize incidents were reported this morning — at Vidazini and Mnarani in Kilifi and Mutuni in Lamu. Several people have been rescued, with search efforts ongoing despite rough sea conditions.
Our teams are on the ground supporting offshore response, medical evaluation and lifeguard services.
Deep sea rescue efforts are being supported by the Coast Guard, KMA and Beach Management Units (BMUs), with beach patrol and lifeguard support from the County Governments of Mombasa, Lamu and Kilifi.” said Kenya Red Cross
