Early morning fire destroys property worth millions at Moi’s bridge, Uasin Gishu
The inferno caused by a suspected gas explosion engulfed several businesses and shops in the market area, sennding residents into panic as fire engines worked to contain the blaze.
A suspected gas explosion on Saturday morning caused a massive fire in Moi’s Bridge, Uasin Gishu County, destroying property worth millions of shillings.
The inferno, which engulfed several businesses and shops in the market area, sent residents into panic as fire engines worked to contain the blaze.
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Videos from the scene as seen by The Eastleigh Voice show a towering fire consuming kiosks and market structures. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported so far.
Authorities suspect a gas explosion may have sparked the fire, but investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause.
Moi’s Bridge, a town situated along the Eldoret-Kitale Highway, is known for its proximity to the famous River Nzoia. It serves as a major commercial hub in the region, and the incident has left traders counting heavy losses.
Firefighters from the county government were quick to respond, preventing the fire from spreading to nearby residential areas.
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