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Originally published by Kenyanstop
September 15, 2026
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21 Counties Put on Alert Ahead of El Niño Rains as Ministry Issues Advisory
The El Niño rains are expected to cover October to December, with experts warning that the rains could extend up to February 2027...
✨ Key Highlights
The Ministry of Health has identified 21 counties in Kenya as being at high risk of disease outbreaks due to the anticipated above-normal rainfall from October to December.
- 99 per cent probability of above-normal rainfall forecasted by the Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA).
- The identified counties include Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Lamu, Kilifi, and areas prone to landslides and flooding.
- The advisory warns of contaminated water sources and increased mosquito breeding, leading to risks of cholera, typhoid, malaria, and dengue fever.
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