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HomeDaily NewsFriday, March 13, 2026Kenya Met Warns of Heavy Rains in 5 Regions This Weekend - March 2026
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Kenya Met Warns of Heavy Rains in 5 Regions This Weekend - March 2026

The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a five-day weather advisory predicting moderate to heavy rains across several regions of the country this weekend, including the Central Highlands and Rift Valley. Kenya's flash flood death toll has tragically risen to 62, with Nairobi bearing the brunt of the devastation, recording the highest number of fatalities. The Ministry of Water, Irrigation, and Sanitation has issued a warning that the Ndakaini dam is nearing capacity and could spill within two weeks. The Ministry of Health has also issued a warning about increased risks of building collapses during the current March-April-May long rains.

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Kenya Met Warns of Heavy Rains in 5 Regions This Weekend

Kenya Met Warns of Heavy Rains in 5 Regions This Weekend

The Kenya Meteorological Department (Kenya Met) has issued a five-day weather advisory predicting moderate to heavy rains across several regions of the country this weekend, including the Central Highlands and Rift Valley.

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The Kenya Meteorological Department (Kenya Met) has issued a five-day weather advisory predicting moderate to heavy rains across several regions of the country this weekend, including the Central Highlands and Rift Valley.

  • The advisory covers parts of Western Kenya, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, the Central Highlands, and the South-eastern Lowlands.
  • Kenya Met forecasts afternoon rains accompanied by thunderstorms in affected areas, with lighter morning showers and sunny intervals.
  • Residents in the Central Highlands and Nairobi are also warned of very cold night temperatures, potentially as low as 9°C, while North Eastern counties are expected to experience high daytime temperatures up to 38°C.
Friday 2:22 PMKenyans

Experts Warn of Ndakaini Dam Spill Amid Heavy Rain Forecasts

Experts Warn of Ndakaini Dam Spill Amid Heavy Rain Forecasts

The Ministry of Water, Irrigation, and Sanitation has issued a warning that the Ndakaini dam is nearing capacity and could spill within two weeks.

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The Ministry of Water, Irrigation, and Sanitation has issued a warning that the Ndakaini dam is nearing capacity and could spill within two weeks.

  • The dam is currently 89.7 percent full, holding over 62 billion litres of water.
  • The Ministry of Water, Irrigation, and Sanitation is concerned about the potential spillage affecting Nairobi and surrounding counties.
  • Heavy rainfall is expected to return, potentially accelerating the dam's overflow and exacerbating existing flooding, particularly in the Thika area.
Friday 2:39 PMKenyans

Ministry Issues Advisory Over Building Collapses After Nairobi Floods

Ministry Issues Advisory Over Building Collapses After Nairobi Floods

The Ministry of Health has issued a warning about increased risks of building collapses during the current March-April-May (MAM) long rains, urging public vigilance and safety measures.

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The Ministry of Health has issued a warning about increased risks of building collapses during the current March-April-May (MAM) long rains, urging public vigilance and safety measures.

  • The rains can weaken foundations, damage infrastructure, and compromise building integrity.
  • Health PS Mary Muthoni of the Ministry of Health issued the advisory.
  • The warning follows recent building collapses in Nairobi resulting in multiple casualties.
Friday 5:13 PMKenyans

Flood Death Toll at 62, Nairobi Worst Hit

Flood Death Toll at 62, Nairobi Worst Hit

Kenya's flash flood death toll has tragically risen to 62, with Nairobi bearing the brunt of the devastation, recording the highest number of fatalities.

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Kenya's flash flood death toll has tragically risen to 62, with Nairobi bearing the brunt of the devastation, recording the highest number of fatalities.

  • The victims include 46 men, 8 women, and 8 children.
  • The Ministry of Interior reported the updated figures amidst ongoing heavy rains and forecasts of more to come.
  • Over 10,000 households have been affected, with thousands displaced and substantial structural damage reported across several regions.
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