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April 21, 2026
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Kenya Met Issues 5 Day Heavy Rainfall Alert

Kenya Met Issues 5 Day Heavy Rainfall Alert

Heavy rains are expected across multiple counties as weather authorities warn of floods, strong winds and rough seas along the coastal region...

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The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) has issued a heavy rainfall alert for multiple counties, warning of intensified rains and potential hazards from April 22 to April 27.

  • Rainfall accumulations may exceed 20 millimetres in 24 hours, particularly along the Coast.
  • Affected areas include Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Taita-Taveta, Kitui, and Makueni counties.
  • The alert also warns of gusty winds exceeding 25 knots, rough sea conditions with wave heights above two metres, and advises vigilance against floods and lightning strikes.

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