A man died on Thursday morning in Mkunumbi village in Lamu County following a hippo attack.
According to the Daily Nation, the man identified as Omar Mohamed Maalim, was cutting trees when the hippo attacked and killed him on the spot.
Lamu KWS Commander Jacob Orale said Friday they suspect the hippo was looking for water.
He said the ongoing famine has caused many wild animals to move from their habitat in search of food and water.
“The deceased died after being attacked by a hippo that we suspect was looking for water. Unfortunately, due to the drought, we are experiencing a situation where wild animals are now coming closer to human residences in search of food and water,” said Orale as quoted by the Daily Nation.
He urged locals to stay away from bushes and forests to avoid such attacks.