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In the notice issued on Wednesday, May 1, the US advised its citizens to exercise caution while travelling to or within the country. In the document, Maasai Mara and the Great Rift Valley were identified as areas that were significantly affected.
The situation was expected to worsen over the following days as the Kenya Red Cross and the government continued to partner to evacuate tourists from camps where some tourists had been trapped after a bout of flooding.
In the advisory, the foreigners were asked to be prepared to shelter in place if the condition in their areas worsened.
“If you are travelling within Kenya, check with your tour company and accommodation location to ensure that it is safe to travel,” read part of the advisory.
Additionally, all US citizens in the country were advised to avoid driving during heavy downpours or by standing on the road. They were also warned against attempting to cross bridges covered in water.