Kenya Warns Of Dangerous Coastal Conditions

The Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) has warned of adverse weather and sea conditions expected along the Kenyan coast between September and December 2026.

In a public notice issued on Tuesday, the authority said the conditions could include strong winds, rough seas, high waves, heavy rainfall and reduced visibility.

It warned that the weather conditions could pose risks to vessels and people carrying out activities at sea and along the coastline.

The KMA advised members of the public to avoid venturing into the sea during periods of adverse weather and rough sea conditions.

Boat owners and operators were also urged to secure their vessels properly while underway, moored, or at anchor.

The authority advised passengers and crew to wear life jackets while on board vessels, and urged fisherfolk and other stakeholders

to exercise extreme caution and postpone non-essential activities when sea conditions deteriorate.

It further advised vessels already at sea to monitor weather updates and proceed to safe shelter where necessary.

Coastal communities were also urged to remain alert to strong winds, high waves and heavy rainfall, and to follow instructions from relevant authorities.

The KMA advised the public to regularly monitor official weather and maritime safety updates from the Kenya Meteorological Department and the maritime authority.

It also urged members of the public to report maritime incidents and emergencies to the Regional Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre.

PUBLIC NOTICE ON ADVERSE WEATHER AND SEA CONDITIONS ALONG THE KENYAN COAST pic.twitter.com/3NolTEQoDX

— Kenya Maritime Authority official (@kmakenya) September 23, 2026