Huge Fire Breaks Out In Kitengela Town [VIDEO]
The cause of the fire is yet to be established, coming moments after another fire swept through businesses at City Stadium in Nairobi.
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Several buildings were on Tuesday, January 30 set ablaze after a fire broke out in Kitengela Town, Kajiado County.
A series of videos seen by Viral Tea showed the flames engulfing the buildings as the siren of a fire engine was heard near the scene. Kenya Red Cross confirmed the incident.
"Another fire incident reported in Kitengela near National Bank, Kajiado County. Response teams are currently at the scene addressing the situation," stated the Red Cross in part.
Video courtesy of NTV:
Several buildings ablaze after fire breaks out in Kitengela town. pic.twitter.com/JrPc0g2tuQ — NTV Kenya (@ntvkenya) January 30, 2024
The fire notably engulfed the building which sits in close proximity to a local bank.
The cause of the fire is yet to be established, coming moments after another fire swept through businesses at City Stadium in Nairobi.
“A fire incident has been reported near City Stadium, Nairobi County, impacting local businesses, response teams have been activated,” noted the Red Cross earlier.
Videos shared by eyewitnesses showed onlookers seen standing at a distance as the fire wreaked havoc, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
A fire brigade believed to belong to the Nairobi County government could be seen in the vicinity.
Earlier a section of Kenyan had shared photos of the billowing smoke online, with the majority trying to pinpoint the location of the fire.
The amount of loss incurred by the businesses, the majority of which are small-scale traders and second-hand cloth sellers, was yet to be ascertained.
The Jua Kali market is a vital economic hub, and its destruction will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the livelihoods of many traders who depend on the market for their daily income.
