Nairobi Water (NCWSC)
Tracks shutdowns along Sasumua and Ndakaini transmission lines, Kabete water treatment works, and estate-level water rationing across Nairobi estates.
Water service status
Current water interruption reports and dry-tap updates across Kenya.
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See the location, report type, and time for recent water interruptions.
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Stay informed on water supply interruptions and planned shutdowns across Kenyan water boards.
Kiambu & Central (RUWASCO / KWSC)
Monitoring water interruption notices in Ruiru, Thika, Kikuyu, Limuru, and Kiambu municipality due to pipeline maintenance or booster pump repairs.
Coast, Rift Valley & Western
Covers Baricho pipeline supply for Mombasa/Kilifi, NAWASSCO networks in Nakuru, and KIWASCO distribution lines in Kisumu and western Kenya.
How to report water outage & water loss in my area
Follow these quick steps to report dry taps or sudden water loss on OutageKE.
Experiencing sudden water loss in your area? Follow these 3 simple steps to check and report:
- Verify local scope: Check with direct neighbours or building management to confirm if the water interruption affects the whole street or just your compound.
- Submit on OutageKE: Scroll to the Report a water outage form below. Select Maji Outage, enter your county, sub-county, and estate name, and state when your taps went dry.
- Alert your community: Once submitted, your alert appears immediately on the live map and county page so neighbours and service providers can cross-verify.
If you observe a burst water main spilling onto public roads, note the exact landmark or street junction in your report to assist emergency maintenance crews.
Common causes of water supply interruption
Why taps run dry and water loss happens in your neighborhood.
A water supply interruption or unexpected water loss in your area is usually caused by one of four key factors:
- Burst transmission pipes: Roadworks, heavy vehicle traffic, or high pressure often cause pipe bursts that force emergency isolation valves to shut off supply.
- Scheduled maintenance notices: Water utility companies routinely shut down sections to interconnect new mains, install flow meters, or clean service reservoirs.
- Water rationing schedules: In growing urban centers like Nairobi and Kiambu, water companies rotate supply on specific days of the week.
- Power outages at pumping stations: When electricity fails at major water treatment facilities or booster pumps, water pressure drops sharply.
Water outages by county
Open a county hub for local alerts and area searches.
County pages put current alerts first, with local search context and background information below the live reports.
Report a water outage
Help your neighbours confirm dry taps and local water interruptions.
Water outage help
Practical information while you wait for service to return.
Check nearby reports
Search your estate, town, or county and compare recent reports from surrounding areas.
Report useful details
Include your sub-county, estate, landmark, and when the taps went dry so the alert is easier to verify.
Prepare safely
Keep clean water covered for drinking, cooking, and hygiene while the interruption continues.
Water outage FAQ
Answers for checking, tracking, and reporting dry taps and water interruption notices in Kenya.
Is there a water outage in my area today?
Search your estate, town, neighbourhood, or county on OutageKE to check live dry-tap reports and water interruption notices in your area. You can also tap "Check near me" to instantly detect water alerts around your GPS location.
How to report a water outage or dry tap in Kenya?
Scroll to the "Report a water outage" form on OutageKE. Select "Maji Outage", pick your county and sub-county, specify your estate or street name, and indicate when the water supply was cut. Your report instantly alerts neighbours and water service monitors.
Where can I find a water interruption notice today?
OutageKE aggregates scheduled water interruption notices and community dry-tap reports from water service providers including Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC), RUWASCO, Mombasa Water, and other regional water companies.
What causes sudden water loss in my area?
Sudden water supply interruptions are typically caused by burst transmission mains, scheduled maintenance shutdowns, pipeline interconnection works, water rationing schedules, or power outages at treatment and pumping stations.
Does OutageKE track water outages in Nairobi and other counties?
Yes. OutageKE covers Nairobi, Kiambu, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Machakos, and all 47 counties across Kenya with real-time crowd-sourced water reports and official interruption notices.
Are water alerts official utility notices?
Water alerts on OutageKE are community reports unless clearly marked otherwise. Confirm critical updates with your local water provider.