Nairobi: Fear As Fire Sweeps Through Gas Station Along Ngara-Desai Road

• A gas station located along Ngara-Desai Road exploded after a fire broke out on Sunday morning, September 1
• Nairobi police chief Adamson Bungei stated that there were no casualties but also reported loss of property whose value is yet to be established
• Bungei also confirmed that the fire had been extinguished as authorities dug deeper into its actual cause

Nancy Odindo, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings more than three years of experience covering politics, news, and feature stories across digital and print media in Kenya.

Nairobi - A gas explosion occurred at a station on Desai Road in Ngara early Sunday, September 1, sending fear across the country.

What caused the Ngara gas explosion?

The incident is believed to have been caused by a transformer malfunction.

Nairobi police chief Adamson Bungei confirmed that the fire has been brought under control and no casualties have been reported, as authorities hasten efforts to investigate the precise cause of the explosion.

“Some of the staff who were here ran away for their safety as the fire approached faster,” Bungei said.

Additionally, Bungei said that property of unknown value was destroyed. Footage shared on social media platforms showed huge flames erupting from the station.

Kenyans comfort Ngara locals after fire incident

@kingkush3143 noted:

"I am deeply sorry for the loss Ngara has experienced in the fire tragedy. My thoughts are with all the families who have been affected. Losing a home or property is devastating, and I hope you find the strength and support needed to rebuild and heal during this difficult time."

HonOdhiambo_MCA said:

"The last time it was in Embakasi East Republic, now it's Ngara. Something hefty should be done."

@Fondo01 replied:

"Ni huzuni kwa kweli!"

@FinFangFoom007

"It's alarming to see such a tragic incident occur. Hope everyone in the vicinity is safe and that the authorities get to the bottom of what caused the explosion. People’s safety should always come first."

The incident brought back fresh memories of the gas explosion in Embakasi.

How many people died in Embakasi gas explosion?

A fire at a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) filling plant in Embakasi East Constituency, Nairobi, resulted in three fatalities.

Then Deputy Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja confirmed that three individuals had been confirmed dead.

Additionally, the number of injuries increased from 222 to 271, as reported by the police chief at the scene.

Proofreading by Otukho Jackson, a multimedia journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke

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Huge fire broke out at a gas station along Ngara-Desai Road.

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