Kenya: Water Rationing Looms in Nairobi Amid Declining Ndakaini Dam Levels
Water rationing is expected to worsen in Nairobi and surrounding areas as the water supply from the crucial Thika/Ndakaini Dam continues to dwindle, according to Capital FM.
The dam, which provides water to the capital city and surrounding areas, has seen its levels drop by 35 percent. This decline has led to a reduction in water production at two major treatment plants that supply Nairobi, further straining the city's water supply.
Declining Ndakaini Dam Levels Affect Water Supply in Nairobi
The ongoing water crisis in Nairobi is set to worsen as the levels at the Thika/Ndakaini Dam continue to decline. The dam, which is a vital source of water for the city and surrounding regions, has seen a 35% decrease in its levels, resulting in a 35% reduction in water production at two major treatment plants that serve Nairobi.
Water Rationing Likely in Nairobi Due to Reduced Water Production
The reduction in water production at the treatment plants has led to an intensification of water rationing measures in the capital city and surrounding areas. The Nairobi Water and Sanitation Services Corporation (NWSSC) has warned that the situation could worsen as the ongoing drought continues to impact the dam's levels.
Impact on Nairobi's Water Supply and Treatment Plants
The decline in Ndakaini Dam levels has significantly affected the water supply in Nairobi and the surrounding regions. This has resulted in a corresponding decrease in water production at the two major treatment plants that supply the city, causing water rationing measures to be enforced.
Nairobi Water Crisis: NWSSC Warns of Increased Challenges
The Nairobi Water and Sanitation Services Corporation (NWSSC) has cautioned that the situation could deteriorate as the ongoing drought persists and continues to deplete the dam's resources.
Drought Impact on Nairobi's Water Supply and Treatment Plants
The ongoing drought has caused a significant decline in the levels of the Ndakaini Dam, resulting in a corresponding decrease in water production at the two major treatment plants that supply the city. This has led to the implementation of water rationing measures in Nairobi and its surrounding areas.
<small>Source: AllAfrica — read the original story there.</small>
