This archive report was first published on 25 October 2019.
Published on October 25, 2019, the Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a warning of heavy rainfall in various parts of the country, including Nairobi, in the coming days until October 28.
The department has projected that some areas will experience up to 20mm of rainfall, leading to potential flash floods, road slippery conditions, and poor visibility.
Areas likely to be affected include Nairobi, Coast, South and North Eastern, West and Central regions.
According to the Meteorological Department, the intensities of the rainfall are expected to be higher in Central, Northeast, and Coastal regions.
Residents in these areas are advised to be on the lookout for potential flash floods, as flood waters may suddenly appear even in places where it has not rained heavily.
The department has also warned residents to avoid driving through or walking in moving water, and to not shelter under trees or near grilled windows to minimize exposure to lightning strikes.
Recent incidents have highlighted the dangers of heavy rainfall and floods in Kenya. Last week, four people perished in a night drowning incident in Kitui County after their car was swept away while crossing a flooded seasonal river.
Earlier, five people died in Meru following heavy rains experienced in the region, and over 1,000 people were displaced in Moyale after two days of heavy rain.
