At least nine people have been confirmed dead as more than 80 others are seriously ailing from an unknown illness in Kargi Location, Loiyangalani Sub-county, Marsabit County.
Preliminary investigations from health officials indicate that it might be a form of violent malaria as patients are said to have been experiencing yellowish eyes, swollen spleen, severe headaches, and flu-like symptoms.
According to a statement issued by the Marsabit County Health Department on Thursday, a team of disease surveillance experts and laboratory technologists is on the ground working to determine the cause of the outbreak.
“We encourage residents to take preventative measures such as washing their hands frequently with soap and water, avoiding contact with sick people and seeking medical attention if they experience any symptoms,” officials said.
