The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned Kenyans as heavy rainfall continues to batter various parts of the country.
In a statement on Sunday, April 28, the weatherman predicted the persistent downpours across several regions.
"Rainfall expected to persist across parts of the country. Heavy rain likely in Highlands East/West Rift Valley, Lake Victoria basin, Rift Valley, Southeast lowlands, and Northwestern Kenya," the weatherman cautioned.
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Nairobi residents were specifically advised to brace themselves for intense showers throughout the day.
"The rains aren’t relenting! Heavy rainfall is expected in parts of Nairobi metropolitan this Sunday. Stay weather-aware!" the weatherman stated.
The weatherman also gave an update on the rains being experienced in Embu County.
According to the latest data provided by the weather department, various stations within the county reported substantial precipitation levels.
"Embu County Rainfall Data-April 28, 2024: 1Embu Met. Stn. - 104.7 mm 2Mayori - 42.4 mm 3Ndune - 90.5 mm 4Kasafari - 48.0 mm 5Kianamu - 45.6 mm 6Kirie - 56.8 mm 7Gitii - Ngura - 58.4 mm," the update revealed.
🌧️ Rainfall expected to persist across parts of the country. Heavy rain likely in Highlands East/West Rift Valley, Lake Victoria basin, Rift Valley, Southeast lowlands, and Northwestern Kenya. For more, visit https://t.co/NHZNDsKHAW. Follow our WhatsApp: https://t.co/qjiUKHxT62 pic.twitter.com/hng488ZjvM
— Kenya Met Department 🇰🇪 (@MeteoKenya) April 28, 2024
Heavy rains with gusty winds
Most parts of the country have experienced heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty winds and thunderstorms in the past few days.
In an advisory issued on Thursday, April 25, 2024, meteorologists warned that the current rainy conditions affecting several regions across the country, including the Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, Highlands both to the west and east of the Rift Valley, as well as the Nairobi area, Southeast lowlands, the northern areas, and the coast were expected to persist.
The rains were accompanied by strong gusts of wind.
The intensity of the rainfall was anticipated to decrease by April 28, 2024, but during this period, heavy rains were coupled with strong winds, high waves in the Indian Ocean, and powerful southerly winds in the eastern regions.
The forecast indicated that numerous counties were to be affected, including Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang'a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka-Nithi, Nairobi, Machakos, Kitui, Makueni, Kisumu, Homa Bay, Siaya, Migori, Busia, Kisii, Nyamira, Nandi, Kericho, Bomet, Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Narok, 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.
Residents in these areas were advised to remain cautious of potential flooding and poor visibility.
They were urged to refrain from walking in moving water or open fields and avoid seeking shelter under trees to minimize the risk of lightning strikes.
Additionally, those residing in landslide-prone zones were urged to stay vigilant, while those living near downstream and seasonal rivers are advised to exercise caution.
Furthermore, the weather experts cautioned that the strong winds accompanying the rains could result in roof damage, uprooting of trees, and structural destruction.
