Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) scientists have issued a stern warning about potential torrential rains triggered by El Niño during the October, November, and December short rains season.

• The El Niño rains, potentially enhanced by a positive Indian Ocean Dipole, could lead to flash floods and significant displacement.
• Key counties like Homabay, Kisumu, and Nakuru are at high risk of lake backflow impacting communities around Lake Victoria and Lake Naivasha.
• Disaster Risk Management and Anticipatory Action Expert Misiani Zachary advised county governments to prepare for worst-case scenarios affecting lives, property, infrastructure, and the education calendar.