A fire incident in Mlolongo on Monday night claimed one life and destroyed 12 guest rooms and a store.
In an update on Tuesday, December 17, Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti commended firefighters for their swift response, which helped prevent further loss of lives and property.
"I must commend our team of firefighters who moved swiftly to quell the fire thus preventing further loss of lives and property. The cause of the fire was not immediately established and investigations are underway," she said.
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Wavinya added that her team, led by Advisor for Special Programmes Winnie Kivuti, is working closely with the affected individuals to provide guidance on recovery and support measures.
The governor also reassured residents of her administration's commitment to ensuring safety in business premises and residential areas.
"My able team led by Advisor Special Programmes Ms. Winnie Kivuti is in touch with the victims and will advise on recovery and mitigation measures. I assure all residents of our commitment and readiness to ensure their safety in their business premises and residential areas," she added.
This fire incident followed another on Sunday night, December 15, where several people were injured after a fire broke out at Vietnam village in Mukuru Kwa Njenga, Nairobi.
Confirming the incident, the Kenya Red Cross disclosed that four people were treated at the scene of the incident, while one who was critically injured was taken to the hospital.
The humanitarian organization added that the fire was successfully contained by the Nairobi City County Fire Brigade and community members.
"A fire has broken out at Vietnam Village, Mukuru Kwa Njenga in Nairobi County, affecting a residential area. Response teams, led by the Nairobi City County Fire Brigade, are on the ground working to contain the situation.
"Update: The fire has been contained thanks to the Nairobi City County Fire Brigade and community members. Four minor casualties were treated on-site, while one critical case was evacuated to the hospital. Approximately 70 households and 10 businesses are reportedly affected," the Kenya Red Cross stated.
