Julius Kiprop
- A multi-story building in Kahawa West, Nairobi, collapsed on Sunday afternoon.
- Several families are feared trapped inside the structure.
- Rescue efforts are underway, led by a multi-agency emergency response team.
- Videos of the collapse have surfaced on social media.
A multi-story building housing both residential and business units collapsed on Sunday afternoon in Kahawa West, Nairobi, leaving several families feared trapped under the rubble. The incident has caused widespread concern, with footage of the collapse quickly circulating on social media platforms.
The building, which housed numerous families and businesses, collapsed in the afternoon, and emergency response teams were quickly mobilized. The Kenya Red Cross confirmed that a multi-agency team had been dispatched to assist with rescue efforts.
“A multi-agency emergency response team is currently responding to the collapse of a building in Kahawa West, Nairobi County, where people are feared trapped,” the Kenya Red Cross said in a statement.
Rescue efforts are in progress, with authorities working to locate and save those who may be trapped inside the building. Videos shared online show the aftermath of the collapse, with bystanders expressing fear and concern for the people still inside.
The collapse of the building in Kahawa West has triggered an urgent rescue mission as emergency responders work against time to save those feared trapped. The incident highlights the growing concerns over building safety in Nairobi, where similar accidents have occurred. Further updates on the rescue operation are expected as the situation unfolds.
