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Kenya maps flood zones ahead of October rains

Kenya is mapping areas at risk of flooding before the expected October rains.

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Improved risk mapping may guide preparedness, but heavy rains could still threaten communities and infrastructure.

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  1. Race against time: How Kenya is mapping flood zones ahead of October rains ↗standardmedia.co.ke · Recorded source date: Sep 16, 2026, 2:46 PM UTC

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