In a tragic incident in Nairobi, at least two individuals have lost their lives with 29 others injured following a gas explosion. The explosion occurred in the Embakasi neighborhood of the Kenyan capital, just before midnight on Thursday. The event has prompted a swift response from emergency services and local authorities.
Wesley Kimeto, the police commander for Embakasi, confirmed the fatalities, highlighting the severity of the incident. The Kenya Red Cross has been actively involved in the response efforts, stating that their teams have been “tirelessly battling the flames” resulting from the explosion. The injured have been transported to the Kenyatta National Hospital for treatment.
The incident has raised concerns regarding safety and emergency preparedness in densely populated urban areas. Efforts are underway to provide relief to the victims and to investigate the cause of the explosion, aiming to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
