Heavy rains Stories

Government orders urgent drainage fix as Nairobi floods claim six lives
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 23, 2025

The floods, triggered by heavy rains, have overwhelmed drainage systems and caused significant damage to homes and infrastructure across parts of Nair...

NTSA urged to issue flood alerts as heavy rains render key roads impassable
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 23, 2025

IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) has also projected that rainfall in Kenya and the broader Horn of Africa could intensify in th...

Heavy rains expected across the country this week, Met Department warns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 22, 2025

According to Gikungu, rainfall is expected to intensify during the second half of the forecast period.

Flooding disrupts Nairobi train services as Eastern Africa braces for more heavy rains
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 22, 2025

The transport setback unfolded just as climate experts projected more intense rainfall across parts of Kenya and the Greater Horn of Africa.

Weatherman predicts heavy rains, isolated storms in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 18, 2025

According to the Met Department, the Highlands West of the Rift Valley and the Lake Victoria Basin will experience rain in the morning, followed by sh...

Children falling into sewage- Eastleigh residents decry deplorable condition of Seventh Street
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 17, 2025

Locals report that the road has been in a poor state for an extended period, with the heavy rains only exacerbating the problem by increasing the volu...

April to bring heavy rainfall, warmer temperatures - weatherman
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 02, 2025

The weatherman also raised concerns about the potential increase in water and vector-borne diseases in areas receiving near-to-above-average rainfall.

Brace for more heavy rains, cold nights, weatherman warns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 22, 2025

The department has cautioned residents in Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka, and Nairobi to brace for cold...

Most regions to experience brief dry spell before rains resume at the Weekend
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 13, 2025

The department has advised Kenyans to stay informed about the weather and take necessary precautions, especially in areas prone to heavy rainfall and...

Nairobi residents along riparian land urged to move to safer places ahead of long rains
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 08, 2025

Past rainy seasons have caused severe flooding in the city, leading to water entering homes, blocking roads, and damaging property.

Mathare residents urge government to act before floods cause another disaster
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 30, 2024

In April this year, more than six more bodies were retrieved from Mathare River following heavy rains witnessed in Nairobi.

Death toll in Uganda landslide rises to 17, dozens of homes buried
Reuters  |  Nov 30, 2024

The area where the landslide occurred is mountainous and has experienced similar disasters in the past, including an avalanche in 2010 that killed at...

Expect significant rains across Kenya this week, weatherman warns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 05, 2024

The Highlands East of the Rift Valley, encompassing counties such as Nairobi, Nyandarua, Laikipia and Nyeri, are likely to experience morning rains as...

Meteorological Department warns ongoing rains will damage harvests
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 04, 2024

September to have a combination of dry and rainy days.

Landslide kills eight in Kampala, Uganda
Reuters  |  Aug 10, 2024

Parts of Uganda have been experiencing heavy rains in recent weeks causing flooding and landslides, though no fatalities had previously been reported.

Met department warns of heavy rainfall and humid conditions
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 10, 2024

From August 10 to August 14, heavy rainfall is anticipated in the capital, with thunderstorms likely in several counties.

Health Institute warns of rising respiratory, flu cases as cold weather persists
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 21, 2024

The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecasted significant rainfall and cool weather conditions over several regions, including Nairobi, in the co...

Kenyan climate change victims paid up to Sh15 million in compensation
Alfred Onyango  |  Jun 24, 2024

Britam Group managing director and CEO, Tom Gitogo, said the launch of the Sustainability Report marks a significant milestone in the company's journe...

Heavy rainfall claims lives and causes widespread damage in Mogadishu
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 24, 2024

The rains caused the deaths of two children, injured one person, and displaced 325 others.

Nairobi, surrounding counties bracing for heavy rains as weatherman issues warning
Amina Wako  |  Jun 05, 2024

The weatherman has warned that some parts of Nairobi will experience rainfall of up to 100 mm, with Westlands expected to be the worst hit.

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