05 Feb 2024 | 10:23 AM UTC
Kenya: Authorities responding to possible gas leak at Nairobi's Embakasi area Feb. 5
Officials responding to possible gas leak in Nairobi, Kenya, Feb. 5. Heightened security, disruptions likely. Avoid area.
Authorities are responding to a possible gas leak in Nairobi's Embakasi area Feb. 5. The police have advised residents to evacuate the area surrounding the site of a previous explosion that occurred on Feb. 1. Authorities are investigating the scene and are likely to issue updates in the coming hours. No flight cancellations or disruptions have been reported at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) despite the event occurring nearby.
Increased security and localized transport disruptions are certain as authorities continue to investigate the incident. Officials may evacuate nearby buildings as a precaution.
Avoid the area and consider seeking alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area. Heed instructions from authorities.
The event follows an explosion and fire that occurred at the location Feb. 1. A truck carrying gas cylinders exploded in the Mradi area of Embakasi around 23:30 Feb. 1, launching cylinders into surrounding buildings. Authorities confirmed at least three deaths and 270 injuries from the blast and fire.
