Published: March 24, 2026 | Courtesy: Office of the Government Spokesperson
NYANZA REGION – The Government has issued an urgent public alert following the bursting of River Nyando at Ahero Bridge along the Kericho–Awesi–Kiumu Road. Water levels continue to rise, posing a significant risk to motorists and other road users.
In the interest of public safety, all traffic along this route has been diverted effective immediately.
🚨 Situation Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Ahero Bridge, Kericho–Awesi–Kiumu Road |
| Incident | River Nyando burst its banks, overflowed onto roadway |
| Status | Road impassable – water levels rising |
| Risk | Significant danger to motorists and road users |
🚧 Traffic Diversion – Alternative Route
“In line with an advisory from the Traffic Commandant of the Nyanza Region, all motorists and other road users along this route are advised to use alternative routes.”
| Direction | Diversion Route |
|---|---|
| To/From Kisumu | Timboro → Leosi → Kapashet → Chavakali → Kiumu |
🌙 Critical Safety Notice
“This advisory is especially critical during the hours of darkness, when it may be difficult to accurately determine the depth and strength of the flowing water.”
| Hazard | Precaution |
|---|---|
| 🌑 Night Travel | Avoid the area entirely after dark |
| 💧 Flowing Water | Depth and strength hard to assess at night |
| 🚗 Flooded Roads | Never attempt to drive through floodwaters |
📢 Government Response
“The Government continues to monitor the situation closely and will provide further updates as necessary. Road users are urged to exercise caution and comply fully with this directive.”
| Agency | Action |
|---|---|
| 🚔 Traffic Commandant – Nyanza Region | Issued diversion advisory |
| 🏛️ Multi-Agency Emergency Response Secretariat | Monitoring situation |
| 📡 Office of Government Spokesperson | Public communication |
📞 Emergency Contacts
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| 🚨 Kisumu Disaster Response | 1542 |
| 📞 Toll-Free | 0800 724 232 |
🗺️ Affected Route
| Road Segment | Status |
|---|---|
| Kericho–Awesi–Kiumu Road (Ahero Bridge) | ❌ CLOSED |
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