The Ministry of Health has issued a food safety advisory ahead of the expected El Niño rains, warning of heightened risks of contamination and disease outbreaks. Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni  Muriuki urged households, food vendors, and families to adopt strict hygiene measures including boiling water, sun-drying cereals, and proper food storage to prevent cholera, typhoid, and malnutrition. The ministry stresses  that early preparation is vital to safeguard communities and ensure resilience during the floods.