03 Jan 2025 | 02:47 PM UTC
Kenya: Authorities responding to fire at commercial area near Southern Bypass in Kikuyu town Jan. 3
Emergency response ongoing to fire at commercial area near Southern Bypass in Kukuyu town, Kenya, afternoon of Jan. 3. Avoid the area.
Emergency crews are responding to a fire at a commercial area near the Southern Bypass in Kikuyu town on the afternoon of Jan. 3. The cause of the blaze is unclear. There are no immediate reports of casualties or the fire spreading to other compounds.
Authorities will likely maintain an increased security presence near the incident scene over the coming hours. Associated localized transport disruptions are likely. Officials may evacuate additional nearby buildings or suspend localized ground travel near the area as a precaution. Lingering disruptions are possible until investigations conclude.
Kikuyu is located approximately 18 km (11 miles) northwest of Nairobi.
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Heed any evacuation orders. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area. Allow additional time to reach nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.
