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Oburu calls for urgent urban reforms after deadly floods
The heavy rains over the past few days have left at least 25 people dead and causing widespread destruction across multiple counties.
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Residents along Nairobi riverbanks asked to vacate as floods raise alarm
The Nairobi Rivers Commission said the latest flooding incidents have exposed the vulnerability of the capital’s urban environment and highlighted the urgent need to restore and protect river corridors and drainage systems.
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Weatherman warns of persistent showers across until Monday
The impact of the wet weather is already being felt in several counties, including Nairobi, Kiambu, Kajiado, Machakos, and parts of Western Kenya, the Rift Valley Highlands, and the Coastal region
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Nairobi Floods: 23 dead as heavy rains submerge roads, destroy vehicles
Police say the heavy rainfall, combined with inadequate drainage in several parts of the capital, has resulted in road closures, property damage, and displacement of residents.
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Nairobi floods claim 10 lives as Roads, homes submerge
The flooding also left at least 71 vehicles stranded as major roads became impassable.
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No excuses from me: Sifuna calls for drainage review after deadly Nairobi floods
The senator also called for a thorough review of Nairobi’s drainage systems, warning that the city cannot continue facing repeated flood disasters.
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Sakaja confirms 24-Hour flood mitigation measures across Nairobi
Sakaja confirmed that the County Disaster Management and Risk Department has mobilised all available personnel and resources. Residents were urged to remain vigilant, follow safety guidance, and use emergency hotlines whenever necessary.
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Heavy rains to continue in Kenya until March 3, flood risks high, Met warns
According to the department, rainfall above 20mm per day will persist over the Lake Victoria Basin and the Highlands West of the Rift Valley until March 3.
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Kenyans told to brace for widespread rains and possible floods
High-risk counties include Migori, Nyamira, Bungoma, Kakamega, Embu, Murang’a, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Kisii, Narok, Kajiado, Makueni, Machakos, Nairobi, Kericho, Bomet, Taita-Taveta, Kitui, Kwale, Mombasa, southern Tana River, and parts of Kilifi.
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Kenya Met forecasts rains in Nairobi, Kisumu and Nakuru
In the Highlands East, counties expected to receive afternoon rains after cloudy mornings include Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang'a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi and Nairobi. The weather pattern in these areas is expected to begin with light showers before giving way to sunny intervals later in the day.
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Weatherman issues heavy rainfall alert for Nairobi Metropolis
In its latest advisory, the weatherman noted that the rain is likely to be accompanied by isolated storms, especially during the afternoon, evening, and early morning hours. The public has been urged to remain cautious and take safety measures to avoid accidents and property damage.
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Weatherman issues alert as intense rains set to hit Kenya
According to the weather advisory, the regions likely to be affected include the Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, the Highlands both west and east of the Rift Valley—including Nairobi—as well as the South-Eastern Lowlands.