Rainfall Intensity To Reduce Across Country After 7 Days, Weatherman Predicts

• The Kenya weather forecasts have said that some regions in the country including the Western region and Rift Valley, would continue receiving heavy rainfall
• The department added that Coast, North Eastern and North Wersten regions will experience high average daytime temperatures in the next week
• Weatherman noted that in the second half of the prediction period, the entire country would receive reduced rains

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The Kenya meteorological department has predicted a decrease in heavy rainfall after seven days following weeks of heavy downpours.

The weatherman has outlined that during the period from May 7 to 13, the country will witness a decline in precipitation, particularly in the latter half of the forecast.

Rainfall distribution between May 7 and 13

However, certain regions, such as the Central Highlands, Western Kenya, and the Rift Valley, are projected to still receive substantial rainfall during the initial phase of the forecast period.

"Rainfall is expected to continue over several parts of the country. Heavy rainfall events are likely in some parts of the Central Highlands, Western Kenya, and the Rift Valley during the first half of the forecast period. Rainfall intensities across the country are likely to reduce during the second half of the forecast period," read the prediction in part.

Additionally, the Coast, North Eastern, and North Western regions would receive high average daytime temperatures of more than 30°C.

This announcement follows weeks of relentless downpours, which have resulted in significant loss of property and lives, as well as extensive damage to homes and infrastructure.

Govt cuts down eucalyptus trees at Sachang'wan

Meanwhile, the Kenya Forest Service has begun cutting down eucalyptus trees in the Sachang'wan area along the Nakuru-Eldoret Highway.

The Service explained that the trees are at risk of falling due to the ongoing heavy rains in the country.

KFS urged citizens to report any trees they spot hanging dangerously on the roads at any forest station.

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