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However, KeNHA vowed to assess the damage and carry out immediate repairs before allowing the resumption of traffic flow.

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a public warning announcing the immediate closure of a major highway due to flooding.

In the notice issued on Saturday, April 6, KeNHA indicated that North Horr - Kalacha (B75) Road has been rendered impassable due to heavy rains experienced in Marsabit and Ethiopian Highlands.

The road serves Marsabit residents and other border towns in the area. It is also a major route for trucks transporting goods to neighbouring countries.

Screengrab of the road washed away by flooding water on Saturday, April 6, 2024. 

"The Kenya National Highways Authority notifies the public that North Horr - Kalacha (B75) Road has been closed. This has been occasioned by flooding in the area resulting from the ongoing heavy rains in Marsabit County and the Ethiopian Highlands," KeNHA stated.

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The authority advised motorists to avoid using the road until further advised. From videos shared by the authority, the road was completely covered by flowing rainwater.

Road signs and demarcations were also covered by the flooding water making it hard for motorists to drive on that road.

However, KeNHA vowed to assess the damage and carry out immediate repairs before allowing the resumption of traffic flow.

"The Authority appeals to all motorists and other road users to be patient until the rain subsides. The flow of traffic will only be allowed after a proper assessment and possible reinstatement of any damaged section of the road through the ongoing Routine Maintenance and Spot Improvement Contract which was recently awarded," the authority explained.