The Kenyan Meteorological Department forecasted a high likelihood of El Niño on August 1, 2026.
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The Kenyan Meteorological Department forecasted a high likelihood of El Niño on August 1, 2026.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Forecasted above-normal rainfall and flooding due to El Niño is impacting the Kenyan economy.Sub-event
- Multiple counties in Kenya, including Garissa, Kajiado, Kilifi, Bomet, Busia, Homa Bay, Kakamega, and Kitui, are currently listed as flood-prone.Sub-event
Kenyan weather department issues forecast regarding El Niño.1 source
The severe weather crisis in Kenya has led to river flooding, UN assessment, and financial impacts reported by the World Bank.1 source
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Related events
- Warnings of increased health risks due to El Niño rains are prompting preparedness measures in Kenya by the Ministry of Health and media houses.
- El Niño-driven rainfall is causing flooding in Kenya, prompting the Ministry of Health to activate its contingency plan.
- El Niño is associated with hotter and drier conditions in South Africa, which is being monitored by the South African Weather Service.
- El Niño is influencing temperature and rainfall patterns worldwide.
- WMO predicts further intensification of El Niño, with WMO chief Celeste Saulo commenting on the situation.