Thika road flooding

Thika Road Turns Into River: Chaos and Closure Due to Heavy Rains

Chaos on Thika Road with heavy rains causing flooding and traffic disruptions. Find out the latest updates here!

Thika Road, one of Nairobi's main arteries, is facing chaos as heavy rains have transformed parts of it into impassable rivers. The Juja underpass is particularly affected, with traffic snarls beginning at Juja mall, creating a headache for motorists on both the highway and service lane. Additionally, authorities have closed several roads, including Mombasa Road at Cabanas and Thika Road at Githurai/Kahawa bridge due to flooding.

Kura has announced further road closures in Nairobi because of the intense flooding, with motorists braving flooded sections like the Kahawa Sukari exit on Thika road. The havoc caused by the heavy downpour in Nairobi is evident with destroyed traffic lights and damage to buildings like Imenti House due to fallen trees along Moi Avenue.

As the nightmare of unending floods continues, residents face significant losses as flash floods damage properties across the country. The Kenya Urban Roads Authority has partially closed city roads in Nairobi to mitigate the risks posed by the heavy rains. Furthermore, Kenya Railways has suspended commuter train services in the city to ensure passenger safety amidst the flooding in various parts of the country.

In a bid to avoid future chaos, authorities are urged to step up drainage maintenance and preparation for such calamities. Additionally, residents should stay vigilant and take necessary precautions during the rainy season to prevent further damage and disruptions to daily life.