The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD)has warned of heavy rainfall that could trigger flooding in several parts of the country during April. In its monthly forecast released on Thursday, April 2, 2026, Kenya Met cautioned that continued rains may lead to renewed flooding, especially following the severe March downpours that saw rivers burst their banks and
The whole country is facing a growing flood crisis as heavy rains continue across many areas, causing landslides, forcing thousands of people to leave their homes, and damaging important roads and infrastructure. Authorities through NPS have confirmed that at least 88 people have lost their lives due to flood-related incidents as of March 24, 2026.
The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) warning of heavy rainfall over the past five days has materialised, with severe flooding now being reported across parts of western Kenya, particularly in Kisumu County. In its forecast for March 20 to March 24, the weather agency had indicated that regions in the Highlands West of the Rift Valley,