Over 300 households affected as floods disrupt roads in Kwale
By Mustafa Juma, April 24, 2026Heavy rains have left more than 300 households affected in Lunga Lunga Sub-County, Kwale County, after flooding disrupted key transport routes and slowed movement across several settlements in the coastal region.
The Kenya Red Cross, in a statement issued via X on Friday, April 24, 2026, said continuous rainfall has caused significant damage along sections of the Likoni–Lunga Lunga Road, particularly in the Perani, Ramisi, and Lunga Lunga areas, making parts of the road difficult or impossible to access.
“Flood response efforts are ongoing in Lunga Lunga Sub County, Kwale. Heavy rains have affected key access roads, including sections of the Likoni–Lunga Lunga Road in Perani, Ramisi, and Lunga Lunga areas, making movement difficult. More than 300 households have been affected,” the Kenya Red Cross stated.
The disruption has affected daily activities for residents, with transport challenges reported as water levels rose in low-lying areas and feeder roads became impassable.
Motorists and pedestrians have been forced to take longer alternative routes where available, while some communities remain partially cut off.
Ground assessments
Kenya Red Cross teams are currently on the ground conducting rapid assessments to determine the full extent of the damage and identify urgent humanitarian needs.
The agency has also stepped up public awareness efforts, warning residents in flood-prone zones to remain cautious as rains continue.
Working alongside local authorities and other partners, the humanitarian agency is coordinating support measures for affected families, including potential emergency relief interventions where necessary.
“Kenya Red Cross is on the ground conducting assessments, raising awareness and working with partners to support affected families,” the statement reads.
The ongoing response comes as parts of the coastal region continue to experience heavy seasonal rains that have repeatedly disrupted infrastructure and livelihoods in vulnerable communities.
Government warning
The government, through the Ministry of Interior, on Friday, April 24, 2026, warned that the rainfall is expected to intensify over the weekend, particularly along the coast and in the Northeastern and Southeastern lowlands.
The public has been advised to exercise extreme caution due to the increased risk of flooding, strong winds, and lightning strikes.
“Government rescue and recovery agencies are on high alert as rainfall is expected to intensify over the weekend, particularly along the Coast and in the Northeastern and Southeastern lowlands,” the Ministry of Interior stated.
“Current weather conditions have already led to serious impacts, including displacement of residents, collapse of houses, flooding of public and private facilities, and damage to electricity infrastructure. The public is therefore advised to exercise extreme caution due to the increased risk of flooding, strong winds, and lightning strikes.”
Kenya Met warning
The Kenya Meteorological Department had warned of mixed weather conditions in April, with some regions set for heavy rainfall while others face drier spells, even as the country continues to deal with deadly floods.
In its April 2026 outlook released on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, the department said the month will mark the peak of the March–April–May long-rains season.
“The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority has released the April 2026 Climate Outlook – highlighting expected rainfall and temperature patterns during the peak month of the March-April-May (MAM) 2026 long rains season,” the statement read in part.