Do not lower guard, despite Sunday Sunshine, Kenya Met warns » Capital News

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 6 – The Kenya Meteorological Services says there is an elevated risk of moderate to heavy rainfall for much of the city.

In its latest Nairobi County Forecast, the weatherman said despite the sunny intervals expected during the day it is important for Nairobi residents not to lower your guard.

🌤️ Nairobi County Forecast: From 9am on May 5th to 9am on May 6th 🌧️
While the sun may be shining, it’s important not to lower your guard! Expect sunny intervals over most parts of Nairobi County initially, but anticipate moderate to heavy rainfall. Stay prepared and safe! 🌤️🌧️ pic.twitter.com/5GELoEeBdH

— Kenya Met Department 🇰🇪 (@MeteoKenya) May 5, 2024

The raging downpours, causing widespread devastation like flooding across the nation, persist in their destructive path, claiming lives and leaving behind a trail of ruin.

The government reports a death toll of close to 200 related to the rains, with tens of thousands displaced and property worth millions destroyed.

Various sectors have suffered from the heavy downpour, prompting the government to postpone school reopening indefinitely as a precautionary measure.

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