{
  "id": 9628547,
  "title": "Kindiki says government intensifying El Nino response measures in Nairobi",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/kindiki-says-government-intensifying-el-nino-response-measures-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-24T20:56:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KahawaTungu",
    "slug": "kahawatungu",
    "url": "https://kahawatungu.com/kindiki-says-government-intensifying-el-nino-response-measures-in-nairobi/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced that the Kenyan government is intensifying efforts to prepare for potential El Nino-induced heavy rains in Nairobi. Speaking at a meeting with senior government officials and heads of departments, Kindiki stated that October is expected to see the city experience significant precipitation. The Deputy President outlined plans to address potential flooding, with a focus on clearing chokepoints that may cause water accumulation. These efforts involve collaboration between Nairobi County Government, the Nairobi Rivers Commission, and green army workers, among others.\n\nKindiki assured the public that safety measures will be in place, including the identification of evacuation zones and provision of essential items to those affected. He emphasized that while there may be temporary inconveniences, the situation is short-term and normalcy will return once the rains cease. The Deputy President appealed to citizens to cooperate with authorities to ensure their safety during this period.",
  "summary": "The government is intensifying implementation of El Nino response measures in Nairobi in collaboration with the county to ensure the Capital City is adequately prepared for the coming heavy rains. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said Nairobi is expected to be one of the areas to receive El Nino rains in October going forward, outlining interventions [...] The post Kindiki says government…",
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}