Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) is pushing for timely use of weather forecasts and collaborative action to build a more resilient nation. The Acting Director emphasized that translating accurate forecasts into concrete actions is crucial for saving lives.

• A key challenge remains translating accurate weather forecasts into meaningful actions that reduce the impacts of extreme weather events.
• Edward Muriuki, Acting Director of KMSA, highlighted the importance of timely decisions and coordinated early action.
• The focus is on an Action-Based Forecasting (ABF) approach, particularly relevant due to anticipated above-average rainfall from El Nino and the positive Indian Ocean Dipole.