Three Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) counties—Mandera, Marsabit, and Wajir—are bracing for above-average rainfall in April, as the long rains season peaks.

• The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) warns of a risk of renewed emergencies in areas expecting average to above-average rainfall.
• Acting Director Edward Muriuki urges disaster agencies to maintain evacuation centers and strengthen early-warning systems.
• Local administrations are advised to monitor dry river channels and enforce restrictions on flood-prone settlements and grazing areas.

Kenyans can anticipate heavy rains towards the end of April, following a slow start to the month, according to the Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD).

• The rainfall intensity is expected to increase significantly in late April after a slightly depressed first half.
• The KMD, Kenya's official weather agency, has issued this forecast for the March-April-May season, which typically brings heavy rainfall.
• While some arid and semi-arid regions, particularly in northern Kenya, may receive enhanced rains, others face below-average conditions, potentially delaying water source recovery and pasture regeneration.