Strong winds, waves to hit 15 counties from June 13, weatherman warns
The winds are expected to intensify to over 30 knots (15.4 m/s) from Saturday, June 14, to Tuesday, June 17, before reducing to 25 knots on Wednesday, June 18.
The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that strong winds and large waves will sweep across parts of the country from June 13 to June 18, urging residents and emergency teams to stay alert.
In a statement signed by Director David Gikungu, the department said strong southerly winds of more than 25 knots (12.9 m/s) will affect the North-eastern, North-western, South-eastern lowlands, and coastal regions starting Friday afternoon.
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The winds are expected to intensify to over 30 knots (15.4 m/s) from Saturday, June 14, to Tuesday, June 17, before reducing to 25 knots on Wednesday, June 18.
The advisory also raised concern over wave activity along the Kenyan Coast, warning that wave heights could exceed 2.5 metres on Friday, rise to 2.8 metres over the weekend, and then reduce to below 2.4 metres by Wednesday.
Counties likely to be affected include Lamu, Kilifi, Mombasa, Kwale, Tana River, Taita Taveta, Marsabit, Turkana, Samburu, Isiolo, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Kitui and Makueni.
“Wave heights are likely to be more than 2.5 metres over the Kenya coastal waters on Friday. People in all the mentioned areas are advised to be on the lookout for potential gale (very strong winds) and large waves over the Indian Ocean,” Gikungu noted.
The Meteorological Department warned that the conditions may cause uprooted trees, structural damage, poor visibility, and disrupt marine operations. It noted that very high waves could pose a danger to lives and property.
The department urged continued monitoring of updates, assuring the public of regular advisories.
“Citizens are encouraged to follow official Kenya Meteorological Department channels for accurate forecasts and safety guidance,” the statement read.
The advisory has been shared with key government agencies, including the Presidency, ministries, the National Disaster Operations Centre, Kenya Ports Authority, Kenya Red Cross, and coastal county governments, to enable readiness and quick disaster response in case of emergencies.
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