Authorities said the boys who were herding livestock around the area decided to swim. [Courtesy]A swimming expedition in a pool of rainwater near Lodwar in Turkana County turned tragic after three boys drowned. Authorities said the boys who were herding livestock around the area decided to swim on Saturday mid-morning when the tragedy happened. Canan resident Eliud Nakiporo said the pit was filled to the brim following heavy rains that pounded the area in recent days. "Locals have been collecting muddy soils used in the construction of huts, from the abandoned pit, making it deeper and wider," Nakiporo said.

Source: Standard Digital May 16, 2021 14:48 UTC