The Kajiado County Government has issued an urgent evacuation notice to residents living in flood-prone areas of Kitengela town following forecasts of heavy rainfall beginning Thursday.
In a public alert dated March 4, county officials warned that rising water levels, coupled with anticipated downpours, pose a significant flooding risk to low-lying estates and areas near riverbanks within Kitengela Municipality.
“The public is hereby notified that due to the anticipated heavy rains from March 5, 2026 and the already rising water levels, all residents living along riverbanks and other flood-prone areas within the Kitengela municipality are advised to evacuate immediately to safer, higher grounds,” the notice stated.
Areas affected
The county identified several high-risk zones, including illegal structures along Deliverance, Balozi and Baraka roads — particularly around bridges, surrounding neighbourhoods and churches.
Other areas flagged include Kyangombe, New Valley, Korompoi River and its environs, as well as Noonkopir Wama and adjacent estates.
County authorities further warned that any illegal structures obstructing waterways would be demolished to allow for proper water flow and reduce the risk of flooding.
Motorists have been advised to exercise caution during the rainy period, while schools and parents have also been urged to take necessary safety precautions.
The evacuation alert comes amid painful memories of the April–May 2024 floods that devastated parts of Kitengela, including Korompoi and Wama Estate, after rivers burst their banks and displaced more than 200 families.
Met department issues wider warning
The Kenya Meteorological Department has projected that heavy rains will peak between March 4 and March 7 across parts of the Nairobi Metropolitan region.
Kajiado County is expected to experience heavy rainfall in scattered pockets, especially in the northern and western sections.
The weatherman has cautioned residents against risky behaviour during the storms, warning of flash floods in areas with poor drainage systems and rising river levels downstream.
“Flash flood risk is high in poor drainage urban spots and rising rivers downstream. Never drive or walk through moving water. Avoid trees and windows during storms,” the department warned.
Neighbouring Machakos County is also forecast to receive heavy rainfall in Masinga, Mavoko, Machakos Town, Kathiani and other low-lying areas.
In Kiambu County, moderate to heavy rainfall is expected in Gatundu, Thika, Juja, Ruiru, Limuru and Kikuyu, with some areas likely to record more than 60 millimetres of rainfall.
County officials have urged residents to prioritise safety and heed evacuation directives as precautionary measures to prevent loss of life and property.
