This archive report was first published on 8 December 2019.
Kenya is bracing for more heavy rains this week, with the Kenya Meteorological Department warning of potential floods in several areas.
According to the department's weekly forecast, areas around the lake region, highlands west of the Rift Valley, highlands east of the Rift Valley, and the North Eastern region are expected to experience heavy rains and thunderstorms.
On Monday, December 9, several parts of the country are expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall, as stated in the Met's statement signed by its director Stella Aura.
Water, Sanitation and Irrigation Cabinet Secretary Simon Chelugui has urged Kenyans living near dams and other water bodies to exercise caution to avert disaster, while Water Resources Authority Chairman Joe Mutambu has asked dam owners to ensure their structural integrity.
The government has set aside Sh20 billion to mitigate the effects of floods, but environmental experts argue that there is a need for the country to boost disaster preparedness.
