Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a notice to the public concerning the potential danger of falling rock debris along the Machakos-Kangundo Road.
This advisory comes in the wake of recent heavy downpours in the area, prompting KeNHA to alert motorists and other road users to exercise caution while traversing the route.
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In a statement signed by KeNHA Director General Eng. K. Ndungu, the authority pointed out the importance of vigilance among motorists amidst the risk posed by falling rocks.
The announcement according to KeNHA serves as a proactive measure to ensure the safety of commuters and to mitigate any potential accidents or disruptions caused by the debris.
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“The Kenya National Highways Authority informs the public to be cautious of falling rock debris along Machakos – Kangundo (B105) Road at Kaloleni.
“This follows the recent heavy downpours experienced in the area,” reads KeNHA cautionary notice.
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Adherence to Traffic Warnings
Consequently, KENHA urged all road users to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic warning signs installed along the affected stretch of the road.
“We advise motorists to be vigilant while driving along this affected section of the road even as we remain on the lookout and clear the debris.
“Further, the Authority urges all road users to adhere to and follow traffic warning signs that have been installed along the affected areas,” stated Director General of KeNHA.
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KeNHA Warns of Flooded Roads
In a series of cautionary notices, the authority also alerted motorists and pedestrians of potential hazards on several key roads due to flooding and rising water levels.
One of the alerts pertains to the Kampi ya Moto-Eldama Ravine (B77) Road, where River Rongai overflowed its banks, causing overtopping at Rongai Junction.
KeNHA strongly advised against attempting to cross this section of the road and urged users to wait patiently for the water levels to recede.
“The Authority cautions road users against any attempts to use this section of the road in the interest of their safety,” KeNHA announced.
In addition to the caution for the Kampi ya Moto-Eldama Ravine (B77) Road, on May 11, 2024, KeNHA also advised travelers using the Garsen-Witu-Lamu (A7) Road to exercise vigilance, especially between Idsowe (Tana River Bridge) and Gamba/Lango la Simba.
Heavy rainfall upstream led to rising water levels in the Tana River, resulting in flooding of the fields along the road.
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