Fuel Tanker, Truck Collision Sparks Deadly Fire on Nairobi’s Southern Bypass

A fuel tanker collided with a truck on Nairobi’s Southern Bypass, causing a massive fire that sent thick black smoke into the air. One driver was killed in the crash, while firefighters worked to control the blaze and authorities launched an investigation as traffic was heavily disrupted.

A fuel tanker collided with a truck in the Kenyan capital on Saturday, sparking a fierce fire that sent towering plumes of thick black smoke into the air and caused panic among motorists and residents in the surrounding areas. The massive blaze drew the attention of people across the city as firefighters rushed to the scene to battle the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby vehicles and properties.
Thick clouds of smoke could be seen billowing high above the roadway as emergency crews worked tirelessly to contain the inferno. Several fire engines and rescue teams were deployed, while police moved quickly to seal off the area and divert traffic away from the busy highway to reduce the risk of further accidents and injuries.
According to local media reports, one of the drivers involved in the collision was killed in the crash. The force of the impact and the subsequent fire left parts of both vehicles badly damaged, with debris scattered across the road. Paramedics and rescue workers searched the area for other possible victims and provided emergency assistance to anyone injured.
The collision occurred along the Southern Bypass, a major transport route in the city that is often crowded with heavy-duty vehicles transporting fuel and other goods. The accident caused major traffic disruptions, leaving long queues of vehicles stranded for hours as authorities worked to clear the wreckage and ensure the area was safe.
Local officials said investigations were under way to determine the cause of the crash, but they had not yet released further details about the circumstances of the collision or the identities and conditions of other people who may have been involved. Firefighters remained at the scene for several hours to fully extinguish the flames and cool the burnt vehicles, while road safety officials assessed the damage and planned repairs to the affected section of the highway