10/09/2026
The rains are coming. Are you and your family prepared? 🌧️
As El Niño conditions continue, some parts of Kenya including Western Kenya, the Rift Valley, coastal areas and parts of North Eastern Kenya are at increased risk of flooding.
Here are some simple steps you can take before the rains intensify:
✅ Repair leaking or damaged roofs.
✅ Clear gutters, drains and trenches around your home.
✅ Keep important documents in waterproof bags and save digital copies.
✅ Have a 72-hour emergency kit with food, water, medicine, sanitary supplies and a torch.
✅ Store enough safe drinking water.
✅ Identify safe evacuation routes and meeting points for your family.
✅ Check on elderly people, children, persons with disabilities and anyone who may need help during an emergency.
✅ Protect your water sources from contamination.
✅ Keep livestock and other animals safe by identifying higher ground.
✅ Follow official weather and emergency alerts.
Preparation can save lives. Don't wait for the floods to arrive.
📻 Stay tuned to Mtaani Radio 99.9 FM for weather updates, safety information and community alerts.
Be Prepared. Stay Safe. Save Lives. 🌧️🤝
Kounkuey Design Initiative Kenya Kenya Meteorological Department Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops-Catholic Justice & Peace Department UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa