Nairobi Rivers Commission Explains Dam Spillage, Issues Alert to Residents

The spillway will make an impact to more than 14,000 families living downstream and along the lower side of the Nairobi Dam

The Nairobi Rivers Commission (NRC) has finalised the construction of the emergency spillway at Nairobi Dam, with water now flowing through the structure as the nation prepare for anticipated El Niño rains.

In a statement dated Monday, October 19, NRC Chief Executive Officer Brigadier (Rtd) Joseph Muracia confirmed that the emergency spillway was open, urging the public remain in preparation mode.“The Nairobi Rivers Commission (NRC), in collaboration with relevant government agencies and the Nairobi City County Government, wishes to inform the public that the emergency spillway at Nairobi Dam is now open, and water is flowing through the spillway as part of ongoing preparations for the anticipated El Niño rains and the wider Nairobi Dam regeneration programme,” NRC stated.

Source: Kenyans.co.ke