Motorists plying the Kericho–Awasi–Kisumu road have been urged to be on high alert after River Nyando burst its banks at Ahero Bridge.
Government Spokesperson Dr. Isaac Mwaura through a statement Monday evening said the high water levels caused the road impassable as a result of the heavy rains recorded in the region and posed a significant risk to road users.
Traffic snarl ups were experienced on both sides of the road with traffic to and from Kisumu diverted through to Timboroa – Lesos – Kapsabet – Chavakali – Kisumu.
“Accordingly, in line with an advisory from the Traffic Commandant of the Nyanza Region, all motorists and other road users along this route are advised to use alternative routes,” said Dr. Mwaura.
He assured the public that it is closely monitoring the situation and will provide necessary updates. He further urged motorists to exercise caution and fully comply with the directive
So far, the nationwide death toll from flooding in Kenya stands at 81 as heavy rains continue to trigger flash floods and widespread destruction across several parts of the country.
The National Police Service said in its latest update on Sunday that Nairobi was the hardest-hit region, with 37 fatalities. The Eastern Region has recorded 21 deaths, followed by Rift Valley with eight, Nyanza with seven, Coast with five, and the Central Region with three fatalities.
