The Tana River County is facing a dual climate crisis, preparing for potential floods even as it grapples with a severe drought that has decimated livestock.

• The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued warnings of continuing rainfall in highland areas, which could lead to devastating downstream flooding in Tana River.
• Governor Dhadho Godhana is urging a coordinated, multi-agency approach involving the National Government, County Government, Kenya Red Cross, and National Drought Management Authority to tackle both the drought and impending floods.
• Hundreds of cattle have died since late 2025 due to the ongoing drought, with thousands more emaciated, highlighting the severe impact on the region's pastoralist communities.