KenHA warns drivers on Maai Mahiu–Suswa–Narok Road after floods

Affected section of Maai Mahiu-Suswa-Narok road by heavy rains/KeNHA X

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KenHA) has issued a traffic advisory following flooding and silt deposition along the Maai Mahiu–Suswa–Narok (B7) road.

Motorists have been urged to exercise extreme caution while navigating the affected areas.

According to the notice, the section near Kedong Ranch, close to Suswa, has been particularly impacted by the heavy rains and silt accumulation.

"The authority is currently working to reopen the affected section of the road," the notice by KeNHA director Luka Kimeli said.

The authority confirmed that teams are currently working to clear the silt deposits and restore safe passage along the road.

"Motorists are advised to avoid driving through the flooded areas and to strictly follow instructions from the police and traffic marshals to prevent being washed away or getting stuck in silt deposits," reads part of the notice.

The authority stressed that compliance with safety instructions is critical to prevent accidents, especially given the ongoing heavy rainfall in the area.

The advisory specifically highlighted the stretch between Naivasha ICD (Km 14) and Suswa Ranch (Km 39) as particularly affected.

For motorists who have not yet commenced their journeys, KenHA recommended using the Ngong–Suswa road as an alternative route to bypass the flooded B7 section.

The authority assured the public that all necessary measures are being taken to restore traffic flow safely and efficiently, with personnel working around the clock to monitor and clear affected areas.

"Kenha assures all road users that it is working around the clock to restore normal traffic flow and ensure the safety of motorists," the advisory concluded.

The flooding on the Maai Mahiu–Suswa–Narok road comes amid continued heavy rains across parts of the country, which have caused multiple disruptions to traffic and local communities.

Similar advisories have been issued by various government agencies, with the National Meteorological Department continuing to warn of persistent downpours in the Rift Valley and Central Kenya regions.

The Meteorological Department has flagged several counties as particularly vulnerable to heavy rainfall.

They include Nandi, Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Siaya, Busia, Baringo, Nakuru, Trans-Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo-Marakwet, West Pokot, Kisii, Nyamira, Kericho, Bomet, Kisumu, Homa Bay, Migori, and Narok.

Southeastern counties such as Machakos, Kitui, Makueni, Kajiado, and Taita-Taveta, along with coastal counties of Mombasa, Kilifi, Lamu, Kwale, and Tana River, are also expected to experience heavy showers.

Northern and northwestern counties, including Marsabit, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Isiolo, Turkana, and Samburu, are similarly at risk.

Nairobi City County continues to experience severe flooding, with many roads submerged, impeding movement and leaving households without adequate shelter.