The Kenya Meteorological Services warns kenyans of heavy rains from Friday to sunday.
Dr. David Gikungu, Director of the Meteorological Department, said on Thursday that high-intensity rainfall, possibly accompanied by floods, would be experienced in the Rift Valley, Nairobi, Lake Victoria Basin, off the coast, and other locations throughout 46 counties.
He stated that the rains, which have already caused fatalities and property damage, would continue for two days before subsiding on Sunday.
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“Heavy rainfall of more than 40mm in 24hrs pounding several parts of the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, Highlands West and East of the Rift Valley including Nairobi area, Southeast Lowlands, Coast and Northern sector is expected to continue from 25th April 2024,” he said.
“The heavy rainfall is predicted to intensify to more than 50mm in 24hrs over the Rift Valley, Highlands West and East of the Rift Valley including Nairobi area, Southeast Lowlands, Lake Victoria Basin and off the coast on 26th to 27th April 2024. It is likely to reduce in intensity on 28th April 2024.”
The following counties are expected to be hit by the severe rains: Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang'a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka-Nithi, Nairobi, Machakos, Kitui, Makueni, Kisumu, Homabay, Siaya, Migori, Busia, Kisii, Nyamira, Nandi, Kericho, Bomet, Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, and Narok.
Others include Baringo, Nakuru, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, West-Pokot, Kajiado, Taita Taveta, Mombasa, Tana River, Kilifi, Lamu, Kwale, Turkana, Samburu, Marsabit, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, and Isiolo counties.
Dr. Gikungu advised inhabitants in the locations to be prepared for probable flooding, poor visibility, gusty winds, high ocean waves, and strong southerly winds in the southeastern region.
To reduce exposure to lightning strikes, the weatherman recommended the public to avoid driving or strolling across running water or open fields, as well as not sheltering behind trees or near grilled windows.
People living on the slopes of the Aberdare ranges, Mt. Kenya, Western, and other hilly places have been advised to be aware of landslides.
