They are safe: the National Museums deny that the snakes and crocodiles have been swept away by the rains

The National Museums of Kenya has taken steps to assure the public that all live exhibits in its custody are safe.

According to the corporation, they have implemented all necessary measures to ensure the safety of all live exhibits to ensure their well-being and preservation.

“This is to inform the public that at the National Museums of Kenya, the safety of all our live exhibits is paramount,” a public notice reads.

He also took the opportunity to invite all Kenyans and other visitors to the premises to explore the country’s rich heritage.

The agency’s statement comes amid reports that snakes, including crocodiles, have been displaced from their cages by the heavy rains currently lashing Nairobi.

The alert that circulated on various social media platforms advised Kenyans to be vigilant.

“Heavy rains in Nairobi have washed away venomous snakes and crocodiles from the snake park located inside the museum. Kenyans are advised to be vigilant,” the post reads.

The Nairobi Snake Park at the Nairobi National Museum was started in January 1961 as a popular visitor attraction site and as a research center on reptiles and snake breeding.

It also serves as a home for rescued and threatened reptiles.

Among the animals exhibited are poisonous and non-venomous snakes, crocodiles, turtles, turtles and lizards among many.

The continuous rains have continued to leave a trail of destruction in various parts of the country.

Flooding has also occurred in animal sanctuaries and parks in the country, including the Masai Mara National Reserve.

Some tourist camps remained flooded and tents were washed away when the Talek River burst its banks.

However, no deaths of wild animals have been reported in the parks.