Transport in the Likoni Channel Crossing came to a standstill yesterday morning as ferries struggled to overcome rainwater. For two hours, the ferries tried to grapple with the muddy waters from small rivers that had flowed into the ocean. Kenya Ferry Services MD Bakari Gowa said they have suspended the ferrying of vehicles and are only ferrying commuters, as the heavy currents made it impossible to transport vehicles. High tides push ferries off courseGowa said two ferries — the MV Nyayo and the MV Kilindini — were withdrawn as they were weak and could not stand the heavy currents. Services in the Mtongwe Channel were also suspended and the MV Likoni was brought in to operate in the Likoni Channel.

Source: The Star May 09, 2017 20:03 UTC