Floodwaters can heighten the transmission of various water-borne and vector-borne diseases such as typhoid fever, cholera, malaria, yellow fever, chikungunya, and dengue fever.
Some schools resumed operations on Monday, May 13, with learners allowed to return to classes.
A spot check found some schools still flooded and some displaced persons yet to move out of their temporary shelters.
The administration refurbished washrooms that had been in deplorable condition, posing health hazards to students.
The government postponed the opening date to May 13, prompting an abrupt surge in demand for transport.
According to Deputy Government Spokesperson Mwanaisha Chidzuga, some schools were particularly hard-hit by the torrential rains and floods.
"I was here five years ago when tragedy struck after the building collapsed and killed students. I was able to mediate and we got a piece of land from Lenana school where we were able to get land," Ruto said.
We have been overly reliant on opposition leader Raila Odinga for far too long. We must fix ourselves, beginning with electing leaders who will not torture us or neglect their responsibilities.
Schools were to reopen for the second term on April 29 but the government put it off in the wake of heavy rainfall and devastating floods which have so far killed over 257 people.
Abad Kunyo, the Tana River Executive for Education, has highlighted the dire situation, revealing that over 30 ECDE centres are currently unfit for learning.
Ruto also declared that Friday, May 10, is a public holiday to remember Kenyans adversely affected by climate change.
President William Ruto assured that his government will renovate all damaged schools to facilitate the smooth resumption of studies.
The facilities affected include seven schools and four mosques.
The initial school reopening date had been pushed from Monday, April 29 to Monday, May 6 this year.
The situation has forced the Ministry of Education to grapple with significant challenges in ensuring continuity of learning for thousands of affected students.
Kenya Railways has offered to extend the validity of tickets, while the Modern Coast Express bus says journeys can be rescheduled.
MPs have established that carers in some special schools have been forced to abandon their roles due to non-payment.
Those affected will be allowed to reschedule their travel plans by opening their tickets three hours prior to the departure time at no costs.
Regular updates will be provided to keep the public informed on the progress and readiness of schools for the new term.
