Kenya prepares for worst-case scenario as El Niño rains loom Climate Just now
The heightened risk is particularly acute in North Eastern Kenya, where authorities warn that major roads could become impassable for months, severely disrupting road transport and movement of people and goods.
The National Disaster Operations Centre (NDOC) says it is planning for a worst-case scenario during the October-November-December short rains, with above-normal rainfall expected to disrupt several sectors, including transport, health and essential services.
The Kenya Red Cross noted that it has already identified 13 counties as being of particular concern in its own analysis, although its preparedness efforts remain nationwide, including counties in the North Eastern region.
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