Claim: Torrential rains in Kenya and neighbouring countries have caused devasting flooding in recent weeks, killing hundreds of people and displacing thousands more. Posts shared hundreds of times claimed venomous snakes and crocodiles sheltered at a park in Kenya's capital Nairobi had been washed away, warning the public to "be vigilant". However, this is false: the National Museums of Kenya, which harbours the reptiles, dismissed the claims and said the reptiles were "securely housed". AFP Fact Check visited the park and confirmed venomous snakes were housed behind thick glass-walled rooms. There were no visible signs of flooding or damage.
Fact-check: Kenya officials deny claims floods washed away dangerous reptiles from Nairobi's snake park
Verdict: kenya officials deny claims floods washed away dangerous reptiles from nairobi's snake park
Organisation: AFP Fact Check
Author: Mary Kulundu
Date published: 2024-05-08T11:18:00