Huge losses as early morning fire razes down houses, and churches at Mukuru kwa Njenga
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Residents of Mukuru kwa Njenga slums are counting losses after a fire broke out in the early hours of Tuesday, August 6
Residents of Mukuru kwa Njenga slums are counting losses after a fire broke out in the early hours of Tuesday, August 6.
The early hours of Tuesday, August 6, saw Mukuru Kwa Njenga gripped by a devastating fire that razed homes and churches near Muhindi Mweusi Supermarket.
The fire razed homes and churches near Muhindi Mweusi Supermarket.
The flames erupted around 1 am, and despite the efforts of residents to contain the blaze, the fire consumed an extensive area.
The exact value of the damaged property remains unclear although area residents reported that ten blocks were reduced to ashes during the incident.
The cause of the fire is still undetermined, adding to the growing frustration of Mukuru residents who have long advocated for improved fire safety measures. “We’ve been begging for a proper fire station in Mukuru for years,” one resident lamented on X.
“There’s even an idle piece of land behind Villa Police Station that could be used, yet nothing has been done.”
The delay in the arrival of Nairobi’s fire services exacerbated the situation.
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Residents were left to battle the flames with whatever means they had until firefighters eventually arrived.
The inefficiency of the response has been a recurring issue, with community members questioning the preparedness and prioritisation of fire safety in their area.
The incident comes barely a week after traders at Toi Market were on Saturday left counting losses after a fire razed their wares.
Four people were reported to have been burnt beyond recognition following a fire that razed down the market.
A child was among the four. The victims were attempting to save their belongings when they were overpowered by the flames.
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