Kenya is bracing for potentially heavy rains in the October-November-December season, with the Kenya Meteorological Department warning of above-average rainfall in several parts of the country.
The forecast has renewed questions over whether county governments and residents are adequately prepared to deal with possible flooding, disease outbreaks, crop losses and displacement.
KMD says heavy rainfall could trigger flash floods, riverine flooding, landslides and water-logging particularly in areas already prone to flooding.
The agency has urged counties to act early by clearing drainage systems, identifying evacuation centres, strengthening early-warning systems and pre-positioning emergency supplies.
Authorities are urging residents in flood-prone areas to take early action, including avoiding settlements near rivers and waterways, clearing drainage around homes and following official weather and evacuation advisories.
