Ireland on Saturday placed a high degree of caution to its citizens planning to travel to Kenya following the flooding menace in the country.
The European Island in its advisory warned that Kenya was experiencing heavy rains and significant flooding including areas frequented by tourists such as national parks.
The Irish Ministry of Foreign Affairs thus advised its citizens in Kenya to follow news and public advice and take any necessary precautions when planning movements.
Irish nationals planning to travel to Kenya were advised to consult travel agencies and accommodation and transport providers before embarking on the journey.
"The public emergency services contact in Kenya is 999 and the Embassy's contact details can be found under the Embassy contact section," read part of the travel advisory.
Similarly, the country also urged its citizens travelling to Kenya to be on the watchout since terrorism activities were prevalent in Kenya.
According to the Irish Foreign Affairs Ministry, the Al Shabaab terror group had carried out attacks across Kenya in the past, including in Nairobi, and has threatened further attacks.
"As a result, Irish citizens in Kenya are urged to exercise extreme vigilance and caution, particularly in public places including hotels, bars and restaurants, sporting events, supermarkets, shopping centres, and beach resorts," the Irish Foreign Affairs Ministry warned.
This comes barely three days after the United Kindom issued a similar travel advisory to its citizens planning to travel to Kenya.
The UK government warned its citizens to be cautious when in Kenya following the current floods caused by heavy downpours in the country.
"Avoid walking, swimming, or driving through floodwater, plan your journeys carefully and make sure to follow local guidance," the advisory read in part.
