Kenyans have been warned of potential fog formations along the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway and major airports during the current cold season.
As detailed by the Kenya Meteorological Department, the fog along the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway could likely be witnessed along the Kikuyu-Kinungi stretch.
Therefore, motorists were advised to exercise great caution while using the road given the visibility challenges posed by the fog.
Further, owing to the projected rainfall in parts of the country, it was explained that the roads would be slippery in the process.
"Fog formation in the areas that are expected to experience cold and cloudy conditions may pose a danger to motorists due to low visibility. Care should be taken while driving in these areas especially along the Nairobi-Naivasha Highway and particularly on the Kikuyu-Kinungi stretch.
"Light rains and drizzles may also cause roads to be slippery. All road users are advised to take utmost care to minimize accidents that may result from such weather conditions," read the forecast in part.
Already. resident living near Kikuyu and Kinoo reported the formation of fog on Wednesday, June 17.
On the other hand, Kenya Met, in its monthly forecast, warned that the fog would affect operations at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and Wilson Airport.
Regarding health matters, the Department stated that there could be an increase in respiratory diseases such as flu.
Some of the areas that were highlighted in the forecast report include Nairobi and the Mount Kenya counties.
"Due to the expected cool and chilly conditions, cases of respiratory diseases such as asthma, pneumonia, flu, and the common cold are likely to increase in areas such as Nairobi, the Highlands East of the Rift Valley, parts of the Central and South Rift Valley, and parts of the Highlands West of the Rift Valley.
"To avoid contracting diseases, the general public is advised to dress warmly and to follow the advice of the Health Authorities," Kenya Met advised.
