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Africa-Press – Kenya. <\/strong><\/span>The Kenya Meteorological Department has announced strong southerly winds of more than 30 knots (15.4 meters per second) which are expected over the Coast, North West and Easter Sector of Kenya.<\/p>\n

Counties expected to be affected include Marsabit, Turkana, Samburu, Isiolo, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Kitui, Taita Taveta, Lamu, Kilifi, Mombasa and Kwale.<\/p>\n

\u201cStrong southerly winds of more than 30 knots (15.4 meters per second) are expected over the Coast, north west and eastern sector of Kenya on July 11,\u201d the met department said.<\/p>\n

Residents in all mentioned areas have been advised to be on the lookout for very strong winds and very large waves over the Indian Ocean. The strong winds may blow off roofs, uproot trees and cause structural damages.<\/p>\n

\u201cVery high waves may lower visibility, cause capsising of boats of boats and threaten the safety of those engaging in the water sports and recreational activities,\u201d the met department said.<\/p>\n

The strong southerly winds on July 11 and expected to strengthen to more than 4o knots (20.6 meters per second). \u201cThe wind speed is expected to strengthen to more than 40 knots (20.6 meters per second) on July 12 to July 13.\u201d<\/p>\n

However on July 14, the strong winds are likely to weaken to 30 knots. On the other hand, the wave height is likely to be more than 2.5 meters over the Kenya Coastal waters.<\/p>\n

“The wave height is likely to be more than 2.5 meters over the Kenya Coastal waters on July 12 to July 13 and is expected to reduce to 2.2 meters on July 14,\u201d the weatherman said. People are urged to continue listening to local media as updates will be provided if conditions change significantly.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Kenya. The Kenya Meteorological Department has announced strong southerly winds of more than 30 knots (15.4 meters per second) which are expected over the Coast, North West and Easter Sector of Kenya. Counties expected to be affected include Marsabit, Turkana, Samburu, Isiolo, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Kitui, Taita Taveta, Lamu, Kilifi, Mombasa and Kwale. 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