Drought Situation & EW Phase Classification
Biophysical Indicators
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The County registered early onset of short rains. The rains were above normal and evenly distributed across all livelihood zones.
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The county vegetation greenness condition was above the normal range (3 Months VCI 39.08).
Socio Economic Indicators (Impact Indicators)
Production Indicators
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Weeding was ongoing in the highlands and lowlands.
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Livestock body condition was good for all species across all livelihood zones.
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Average milk production per HH per day was above normal.
Access Indicators
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Terms of Trade were within the normal range.
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Milk consumption per HH per day was above normal.
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Return distances to water sources were below normal range.
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Distances to water sources from grazing areas were below normal.
Utilization Indicators
- The proportion of children at risk of malnutrition was within the long term average.