The weatherman has advised Kenyans to be on the lookout for potential floods.

In a statement on Saturday, Met Director David Gikungu said heavy rainfall in Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, Highlands West and East of the Rift Valley including Nairobi area, Southeastern Lowlands and South coast is likely to intensify from to more than 50mm in 24hrs along the coast.

“The heavy rainfall is likely to be accompanied with gusty winds, large ocean waves and strong southerly winds in the Southeastern region,” he said.

Gikuyu said counties likely to experience flash floods include Kisumu, Homabay, Siaya, Migori, Busia, Kisii, Nyamira, Nandi, Kericho, Bomet, Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Narok, Baringo, Nakuru and Trans-Nzoia.

Others are Uasin- Gishu, Elgeyo-Marakwet, West-Pokot, Nyandarua, Laikipia, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang’a, Kiambu, Meru, Embu, Tharaka-Nithi, Nairobi, Machakos, Kitui Makueni, Kajiado, Taita- Taveta, Mombasa, Tana River, Kilifi, Lamu Kwale, Marsabit, Garissa and Isiolo.

Residents in all the mentioned areas are advised to also be on the lookout for potential floods and reduced visibility.

“Flood waters may appear in places where it has not rained heavily, especially downstream. Residents are advised to avoid driving through, or walking in moving water or open fields and not to shelter under trees and near grilled windows to minimize exposure to lightning strikes,” Met said.

Strong winds may blow off roofs, uproot trees and cause structural damages. Large waves may affect marine activities. Updates will be provided promptly if there are any changes.