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CS Rebecca Miano warns of El Nino risks, urges preparedness

East African Community (EAC) Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano.[Edward Kiplimo, Standard]

The East African Community (EAC) Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has warned that the impending El Nino rains could cause floods, landslides and disease outbreaks in some parts of the country.

In a press statement on Monday, October 2, the CS said that the current forecast shows over 90 per cent likelihood of an El Nino with above normal rainfall expected in various locations in coming days.

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