| Published Tue, April 24th 2018 at 13:09, Updated April 24th 2018 at 14:07 GMT +3Floods in Nairobi leave a trail of destruction. A number of river banks have burst its banks due to the heavy rains identified by the Met department as long rains. ALSO READ: Weather patterns across Kenya out as heavy rains kill manyAccording to the met department, the water levels have risen above the initial average and likely to increase up to June. “The winds have brought excess moisture from the ocean and the rains has continue to pound in most parts of the country,” said Ali Ramtu Uasin Gishu county director of met department. Floods have also left a trail of destruction and fear among locals who have been forced to shift to higher grounds as a safety measure.

Source: Standard Digital April 24, 2018 10:18 UTC