Floods: Heavy downpour wreaks havoc in Nairobi, environs

Flooded homes in Mathare Slums, Nairobi. [Standard]

Effect of the rains: A tree falls on Moi Avenue, blocking traffic. [Jacinta Mutura, Standard]

Destroyed traffic lights and part of Imenti House, Nairobi affected by the fallen trees along Moi Avenue on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. [Samson wire, Standard]

Similar flooding was reported in Syokimau, Machakos County, after the Athi River burst its banks, resulting in a heavy traffic jam on Namanga Road and blockage at the Kitengela entry and exit.

Stranded residents of Kitengela and Athi Athi after River Athi Busted its banks. [Peterson Githaiga, Standard]

Another X user, Lord Abraham Mutai wrote: "For the first time, Thika Road is flooded between Kahawa Sukari and Kenyatta University rendering the way impassable due to floods. Kindly Find alternative routes."

The flooding in the city could get worse, according to the weatherman, as enhanced rainfall is expected in April and May.

Additional Reporting by Peterson Githaiga, Wilberforce Okwiri, Jacinta Mutura, Samson Wire.

Public Notice!

Following the heavy rains experienced last night across the country, the following roads within Nairobi County have been heavily affected leading to partial closure.
Aerodrome road, Kapenguria road, UN Avenue - Runda, Kasarani Mwiki Road at Mwiki Bridge.... - Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) (@KURAroads) April 24, 2024