By Grace Gilo
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KENHA) has announced the temporary closure of the section between Kahawa Barracks and Kenyatta University on the Thika Superhighway.
“The Kenya National Highways Authority would like to inform the public of a temporary closure of the Thika Superhighway, at the Kahawa Sukari drift between Kahawa Barracks and Kenyatta University, for Thika Bound traffic,” read KENHA’s notice.
KENHA’s notice stated that the closure was due to flooding caused by heavy rainfall overnight.
Road users were advised against using this part of the road for their safety.
Motorists heading to Thika were advised to use Kiambu Road and turn off to the Northern Bypass to Ruiru and vice versa.
“We will continue to monitor the water levels and advise when the water subsides,” wrote KENHA’s director general.
The flooding has caused a traffic jam on the Thika Superhighway since a section of the highway has been submerged by water.
The flooding at the drift has impacted all individuals utilizing the road, including pedestrians, as a section of the roadway has been submerged by water.
The police have arrived at the drift and are trying to mitigate the situation.
KENHA reassured the public of their commitment to ensuring smooth connectivity for the safe passage of goods and services.
Additionally, The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has announced the temporary closure of certain roads.
“Following the heavy rains experienced last night across the country, the following roads within Nairobi & Kiambu Counties have been heavily affected leading to partial closure,” read KURA’s notice.
As per KURA’s notice, the Enterprise Road, the Eastern Bypass, and the Thika Bypass have been affected.
KURA’s technical team and traffic police are on-site to direct traffic and enhance motorist safety.
The authority advised road users to drive carefully and avoid crossing flooded sections.
“Please drive safely and DO NOT attempt to cross flooded sections,” added KURA.