The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced the emergence of a sinkhole along the Nakuru-Kampi ya Moto (817) Road.
According to the advisory issued on Wednesday, April 30, the sinkhole had been reported at Kiamunyi near Riva Petrol station, approximately 1.5 km from the KFA Roundabout.
KeNHA added that corrective works were already ongoing in the area, adding that the move would cause disruptions for motorists.
Consequently, motorists who are planning to use the road were advised to use the diversions that have been created by the authority.
"This disruption is caused by the emergence of a sinkhole in that area, and maintenance works are currently underway to address the issue," KeNHA noted in a statement.
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"Motorists travelling to and from Nakuru, Eldoret, and Baringo are advised to use the diversion road as directed by police and traffic marshals on-site."
Equally, traffic signs have been installed along the road to guide motorists.
"Motorists should approach the affected section with caution, adhere to the traffic signs displayed, and follow the guidance provided by the traffic marshals and police at the scene," KeNHA added.
Sinkholes are common in Kaimunyi area and are occasionally witnessed when there are heavy rains.
Geologists have also attributed the formation of the sinkholes to active movement of tectonic plates in the region.
