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Originally published by Nation Counties
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August 10, 2026
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El Niño: 17 counties flagged as high risk

El Niño: 17 counties flagged as high risk

Major cities including Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu are among high-risk urban hotspots...

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Kenya has flagged 18 counties as high-risk for flooding during the October-November-December (OND) short rains season due to the expected intensification of El Niño conditions.

  • 18 counties are at high risk, with potential impacts including flooding, storm surges, landslides, and drought in some regions.
  • The National Disaster Operations Centre (NDOC) has prioritized these counties in its response plan based on vulnerability.
  • El Niño conditions are already present, with an 85 percent probability of intensification and a strong likelihood of spilling into early 2027.

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