Kenya Power has announced a temporary blackout affecting several areas across six counties on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.
The utility company attributed the scheduled power outage to routine network maintenance. Kenya Power outlined the specific areas and timings of the planned outage.
In Kiambu County, the affected regions include Gikambura Market, Gicharani, Gichuhiro, Riu Nderi, and adjacent areas. The blackout will commence at 9:00 am and conclude by 5:00 pm local time.
Similarly, in Makueni County, customers in Itangini Market, Kaumoni, Ngoluni, Kisau Girls, Mbumbuni Market, No Nyanya, Ngaa, Kithungo, Tawa, Kalawani, Wanzauni, Kikima, Mavindu, Uvaani, Kyuu Nzeveni, and nearby areas will experience a power outage from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Residents in Trans Nzoia County, particularly in Endebes and Panocal, will be affected from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The blackout will impact areas such as Kapkoi, Nauyapong, Maridadi, Molem, Kimwondo, and various others including agricultural and industrial zones.
In Kakamega County, the blackout will affect Samitsi, Kalenda, Shirugu Secondary School, Kalenda Market, Samitsi Market, Chombeli Dispensary, Musaga Market, and nearby regions from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Meanwhile, in Laikipia County, areas such as Makutano, Katheri Centre, Maraone, Ontulili, and several farms including Kalalu Farm and Ibis Farm, will experience a blackout starting from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm.
Lastly, in Kilifi County, parts of Chasimba, Ziani, Pinglikani, Mwarakaya, Kizingo, Ng’ombeni, and surrounding areas will face a temporary power outage from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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