May 8, 2024: Top news events to look out for today
Here is what you need to know to get up to speed with today's happenings.
Engineering Partnerships Convention (EPC)
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is set to inaugurate the Engineering Partnerships Convention (EPC) in Nyeri County on Wednesday, May 8.
This event is geared towards creating a platform where engineers, scientists, innovators, and relevant stakeholders can come together for insightful discussions, sharing of expertise, and to collectively envision the future of engineering.
Flood Calamity
Eyes on effects of floods as most parts of the country still receiving heavy torrential rains.
On Monday, the weather report indicated that rain will persist across much of the country for the seven days.
Specifically, heavy rainfall is anticipated in areas such as the Central Highlands, Western Kenya, and the Rift Valley during the first half of this period.
However, the intensity of rainfall is expected to decrease in the latter half.
Moreover, temperatures are expected to be notably high, exceeding 30 degrees Celsius in many coastal, northeastern, and northwestern regions.
Conversely, some parts of the Highlands East of the Rift Valley may experience low nighttime temperatures, dropping below 10 degrees Celsius.
“Average night-time (minimum) temperatures will be low (less than 10 degrees centigrade) over some parts of the Highlands East of the Rift Valley,” the weatherman said.
The Meteorological Department issued warnings about ongoing flooding, particularly in low-lying areas, flood plains, and urban areas with inadequate drainage systems.
Looking ahead, the forecast for the next three months suggested continued rainfall in regions such as the Highlands West of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, Central and South Rift Valley, and the Coastal region.
However, areas like Nairobi County and parts of the Southeastern lowlands are anticipated to experience rainfall primarily in May, followed by cooler conditions with occasional light showers in June and July.
Conversely, the rest of the country is expected to see sporadic rainfall in May, transitioning to generally dry conditions in the subsequent two months.
