18 Feared Dead As Tanker Explodes After Hitting A Transformer
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Another tanker explodes. 18 feared dead.
18 people are feared dead this evening (Thursday, 26/08/2021) after a tanker hit a transformer, before bursting into flames at Mukhonje, along Webuye-Eldoret road.
The police are yet to confirm the number of casualties but Steve Biko Wafula who is on the ground says the market is burning and people have no idea what to do.
According to Mr. Biko, the tanker hit a transformer, burst into flames, then hit an oncoming nissan matatu that had passengers including children.
More to follow shortly.
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