In an update shared on Thursday, November 12, the Kenya Meteorological Department indicated that different parts of the country were expected to experience rainfall, with some areas likely to receive heavy downpours and thunderstorms.
According to the latest forecast, the Lake Victoria Basin, Western Kenya, Rift Valley, Central region, including Nairobi, and parts of Northern Kenya are among the areas expected to receive rainfall.
The authority warned that while many locations would experience light to moderate rainfall, isolated areas could record heavy to very heavy downpours.
Rainfall amounts in some locations could reach between 20mm and 50mm, while isolated areas may receive more than 50mm within 24 hours.
Residents living in areas prone to flooding have been urged to remain alert and take necessary precautions as the rains continue.
The warning is particularly important for motorists, pedestrians and families living in areas with poor drainage, where heavy rainfall could lead to flooding and temporary transport disruptions.
The latest announcement comes as Kenya continues experiencing the October-November-December short rains season, with the weatherman predicting continued rainfall across several regions.
In its broader November 10 to 16 forecast, KMSA had indicated that rainfall was expected in parts of all 47 counties, although the intensity would vary from one location to another.
The department has continued encouraging Kenyans to monitor official weather updates and take precautions whenever heavy rainfall is expected.
The latest forecast has also attracted attention on social media, with Kenyans keen to know whether their respective counties will experience rainfall in the coming hours.
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