Geoffrey Mosiria issues guidelines as heavy rains start in Nairobi: "Avoid dumping garbage"
Geoffrey Mosiria Issues Guidelines as Heavy Rains Start in Nairobi: “Avoid Dumping Garbage”
Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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Nairobi – County Chief of Environment Geoffrey Mosiria has cautioned Nairobians about possible flooding.
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Speaking to TUKO.co.ke on Monday, August 18, Mosiria explained why the county might experience floods due to the ongoing rains.
Mosiria expressed fear that the growing construction activities in the city might cause the rainwater to overwhelm the drainage systems.
“Nairobi is currently experiencing heavy rains. With the city’s growing population and increased construction, much of the ground is now covered by concrete, reducing natural soil absorption. As rainwater seeks soil to penetrate, it ends up flowing directly into drainage channels, overwhelming our drainage system, which was not designed to handle such volumes,” Mosiria stated.
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To respond to the ongoing rains and to avoid any calamities, Mosiria said the county emergency response teams have been mobilised to unblock and clear the drainage systems across the city.
“Our Environment Support Staff and Emergency Response Teams have been activated to unblock and clear drainage systems across the city,” he stated.
He urged all residents to support the county government by avoiding dumping garbage on road reserves and open spaces, as this contributes to the blockage of drainage systems.
“Avoiding the dumping of garbage on road reserves and open spaces, as this blocks drainage channels. Supporting efforts to keep drainage channels clear, since past floods have often been worsened by blocked drains,” Mosiria added.
The county official further asked residents living on riparian land near rivers to move back at least 30 metres to avoid being swept away by floods.
“The government is also working on long-term improvements to Nairobi’s drainage infrastructure. In the meantime, residents living on riparian land near rivers are advised to move back at least 30 meters on both sides to prevent the risk of being swept away by rising waters. Together, we can mitigate unnecessary flooding and safeguard lives and property. Every Nairobi resident has a role to play,” the chief officer said.
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Source: TUKO.co.ke
Authors:
Amos Khaemba (Current affairs editor)
Amos Khaemba is an accredited journalist and current affairs editor at TUKO.co.ke. He holds a degree in Communication and Journalism from Moi University having graduated in 2015. Attended training by Google News Initiative Journalism. Has over 2 years of experience in the digital media industry. Previously worked at Kenya News Agency and Kivumbi.co.ke. Email: amos.khaemba@tuko.co.ke
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Geoffrey Mosiria Issues Guidelines as Heavy Rains Start in Nairobi: “Avoid Dumping Garbage”
Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
2 min read
Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over four years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
Education is Your Right! Don’t Let Social Norms Hold You Back. Learn Online with TUKO. Enroll Now!
Nairobi – County Chief of Environment Geoffrey Mosiria has cautioned Nairobians about possible flooding.
Source: Getty Images
Speaking to TUKO.co.ke on Monday, August 18, Mosiria explained why the county might experience floods due to the ongoing rains.
Mosiria expressed fear that the growing construction activities in the city might cause the rainwater to overwhelm the drainage systems.
“Nairobi is currently experiencing heavy rains. With the city’s growing population and increased construction, much of the ground is now covered by concrete, reducing natural soil absorption. As rainwater seeks soil to penetrate, it ends up flowing directly into drainage channels, overwhelming our drainage system, which was not designed to handle such volumes,” Mosiria stated.
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To respond to the ongoing rains and to avoid any calamities, Mosiria said the county emergency response teams have been mobilised to unblock and clear the drainage systems across the city.
“Our Environment Support Staff and Emergency Response Teams have been activated to unblock and clear drainage systems across the city,” he stated.
He urged all residents to support the county government by avoiding dumping garbage on road reserves and open spaces, as this contributes to the blockage of drainage systems.
“Avoiding the dumping of garbage on road reserves and open spaces, as this blocks drainage channels. Supporting efforts to keep drainage channels clear, since past floods have often been worsened by blocked drains,” Mosiria added.
The county official further asked residents living on riparian land near rivers to move back at least 30 metres to avoid being swept away by floods.
“The government is also working on long-term improvements to Nairobi’s drainage infrastructure. In the meantime, residents living on riparian land near rivers are advised to move back at least 30 meters on both sides to prevent the risk of being swept away by rising waters. Together, we can mitigate unnecessary flooding and safeguard lives and property. Every Nairobi resident has a role to play,” the chief officer said.
More to follow…
Source: TUKO.co.ke
Authors:
Amos Khaemba (Current affairs editor)
Amos Khaemba is an accredited journalist and current affairs editor at TUKO.co.ke. He holds a degree in Communication and Journalism from Moi University having graduated in 2015. Attended training by Google News Initiative Journalism. Has over 2 years of experience in the digital media industry. Previously worked at Kenya News Agency and Kivumbi.co.ke. Email: amos.khaemba@tuko.co.ke
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Geoffrey Mosiria Issues Guidelines as Heavy Rains Start in Nairobi: “Avoid Dumping Garbage”
Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
2 min read
Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over four years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
Education is Your Right! Don’t Let Social Norms Hold You Back. Learn Online with TUKO. Enroll Now!
Nairobi – County Chief of Environment Geoffrey Mosiria has cautioned Nairobians about possible flooding.
Source: Getty Images
Speaking to TUKO.co.ke on Monday, August 18, Mosiria explained why the county might experience floods due to the ongoing rains.
Mosiria expressed fear that the growing construction activities in the city might cause the rainwater to overwhelm the drainage systems.
“Nairobi is currently experiencing heavy rains. With the city’s growing population and increased construction, much of the ground is now covered by concrete, reducing natural soil absorption. As rainwater seeks soil to penetrate, it ends up flowing directly into drainage channels, overwhelming our drainage system, which was not designed to handle such volumes,” Mosiria stated.
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To respond to the ongoing rains and to avoid any calamities, Mosiria said the county emergency response teams have been mobilised to unblock and clear the drainage systems across the city.
“Our Environment Support Staff and Emergency Response Teams have been activated to unblock and clear drainage systems across the city,” he stated.
He urged all residents to support the county government by avoiding dumping garbage on road reserves and open spaces, as this contributes to the blockage of drainage systems.
“Avoiding the dumping of garbage on road reserves and open spaces, as this blocks drainage channels. Supporting efforts to keep drainage channels clear, since past floods have often been worsened by blocked drains,” Mosiria added.
The county official further asked residents living on riparian land near rivers to move back at least 30 metres to avoid being swept away by floods.
“The government is also working on long-term improvements to Nairobi’s drainage infrastructure. In the meantime, residents living on riparian land near rivers are advised to move back at least 30 meters on both sides to prevent the risk of being swept away by rising waters. Together, we can mitigate unnecessary flooding and safeguard lives and property. Every Nairobi resident has a role to play,” the chief officer said.
More to follow…
Source: TUKO.co.ke
Authors:
Amos Khaemba (Current affairs editor)
Amos Khaemba is an accredited journalist and current affairs editor at TUKO.co.ke. He holds a degree in Communication and Journalism from Moi University having graduated in 2015. Attended training by Google News Initiative Journalism. Has over 2 years of experience in the digital media industry. Previously worked at Kenya News Agency and Kivumbi.co.ke. Email: amos.khaemba@tuko.co.ke
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Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
2 min read
Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over four years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
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Nairobi – County Chief of Environment Geoffrey Mosiria has cautioned Nairobians about possible flooding.
Source: Getty Images
Speaking to TUKO.co.ke on Monday, August 18, Mosiria explained why the county might experience floods due to the ongoing rains.
Mosiria expressed fear that the growing construction activities in the city might cause the rainwater to overwhelm the drainage systems.
“Nairobi is currently experiencing heavy rains. With the city’s growing population and increased construction, much of the ground is now covered by concrete, reducing natural soil absorption. As rainwater seeks soil to penetrate, it ends up flowing directly into drainage channels, overwhelming our drainage system, which was not designed to handle such volumes,” Mosiria stated.
Search option is now available at TUKO! Feel free to search the content on topics/people you enjoy reading about in the top right corner 😉
To respond to the ongoing rains and to avoid any calamities, Mosiria said the county emergency response teams have been mobilised to unblock and clear the drainage systems across the city.
“Our Environment Support Staff and Emergency Response Teams have been activated to unblock and clear drainage systems across the city,” he stated.
He urged all residents to support the county government by avoiding dumping garbage on road reserves and open spaces, as this contributes to the blockage of drainage systems.
“Avoiding the dumping of garbage on road reserves and open spaces, as this blocks drainage channels. Supporting efforts to keep drainage channels clear, since past floods have often been worsened by blocked drains,” Mosiria added.
The county official further asked residents living on riparian land near rivers to move back at least 30 metres to avoid being swept away by floods.
“The government is also working on long-term improvements to Nairobi’s drainage infrastructure. In the meantime, residents living on riparian land near rivers are advised to move back at least 30 meters on both sides to prevent the risk of being swept away by rising waters. Together, we can mitigate unnecessary flooding and safeguard lives and property. Every Nairobi resident has a role to play,” the chief officer said.
More to follow…
Source: TUKO.co.ke
Authors:
Amos Khaemba (Current affairs editor)
Amos Khaemba is an accredited journalist and current affairs editor at TUKO.co.ke. He holds a degree in Communication and Journalism from Moi University having graduated in 2015. Attended training by Google News Initiative Journalism. Has over 2 years of experience in the digital media industry. Previously worked at Kenya News Agency and Kivumbi.co.ke. Email: amos.khaemba@tuko.co.ke
Amos Khaemba (Current affairs editor)
Amos Khaemba is an accredited journalist and current affairs editor at TUKO.co.ke. He holds a degree in Communication and Journalism from Moi University having graduated in 2015. Attended training by Google News Initiative Journalism. Has over 2 years of experience in the digital media industry. Previously worked at Kenya News Agency and Kivumbi.co.ke. Email: amos.khaemba@tuko.co.ke
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