Four Rescued, Search Ongoing After Boat Capsizes in Lamu

Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: May 21, 2026Country: Kenya

Society & Lifestyle

Four Rescued, Search Ongoing After Boat Capsizes in Lamu

Four people have been rescued and taken to the hospital after a boat capsized in Lamu County. The incident occurred at Kwa Bruno Channel near the LAPSSET area. Search operations are ongoing for four missing persons, involving Kenya Red Cross divers and local fishermen.

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