Red Cross officials helping residents during a flood in West Pokot in November 25, 2019
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Red Cross
Kenya Red Cross on Thursday, April 13, sent out an alert to Kenyans warning them of severe floods expected to hit several parts of the country.
In a personalised message alert that was shared via mobile phones, Red Cross cautioned motorists that the upcoming floods will most likely be dangerous.
"Expected heavy rains may cause floods in poor drainage areas," the Non-Government Organisation (NGO) warned noting that it will be a risk to try and drive in flooded areas.
The Kenya Red Cross further stated that the roads will be flooded and the water could easily sweep moving cars or endanger motorists.
A photo of motorists using the Thika Superhighway during cold and rainy weather on March 2023.
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Kenya Met
Pedestrians were also cautioned against attempting to walk on flooded roads since the moving waters could have the intensity of sweeping people off.
Those walking to or from home were also told to take note of dangerous objects and portholes contained in the waters capable of hurting them.
"Avoid driving over bridges or walking in moving water," Red Cross added in the short text message.
Communities living in areas that are prone to flooding were placed on high alert because there is a high possibility of imminent floods.
In case of an emergency, Red Cross advised that victims should consider calling 1199 for inquiries, requests or reports.
Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) had earlier on Tuesday, March 14, cautioned Kenyans that the expected long rains will cause major flooding in a number of regions.
However, the Met Department also noted that the rains will be depressed and advised farmers to consider planting drought-resistant crops that will thrive.
KMD Assistant Director of Climate Services, Research, and Development, Richard Muita, asked farmers to consider hardy crops that do not need too much rain.
A photo collage of Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja speaking at a meeting (left) and floods along Mombasa Road on March 23, 2023.
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