The Kenya Meteorological Department has reported ongoing rainfall across several regions until Tuesday, particularly in central Kenya and Nairobi. This period marks the commencement of the long rains season, with warnings for potential storms.
The Kenya Meteorological Department has announced that rainfall will persist in various regions of the country through Tuesday. Specifically, heavy rainfall is expected in central Kenya, particularly in Embu, Tharaka, and Kirinyanga, as well as parts of Uasin Gishu.
In Nairobi, significant rain is forecasted especially in the Dagoretti North and Westlands areas. As of Sunday, the Met Department had already issued warnings for rainfall across Western Kenya, the Rift Valley, Central Highlands—which includes Nairobi—Lake Victoria Basin, South-Eastern Lowlands, the Coast, and parts of both North-Eastern and North-Western regions.
This rainfall is associated with the beginning of the “long rains” season, which is the primary rainy period in Kenya, typically occurring from March through May. Residents are advised to be prepared for isolated storms and heavy rain events in their areas, as per the meteorological updates.
In summary, Kenya is experiencing the onset of the long rains season, with expected heavy rainfall in multiple regions, including Nairobi, Embu, and Uasin Gishu. The Meteorological Department has issued advisories to ensure public awareness and preparedness for isolated storms and persistent rainfall leading up to Tuesday.
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