- A fatal collision among three trucks near Jet Inn on the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway led to significant traffic disruptions between Emali and Masimba, resulting in one death.
- People living nearby hurried to the location along with emergency services to help those impacted by the incident.
- Officials advised motorists to remain patient, adhere to lane rules, and use alternative paths to alleviate traffic jams and improve roadway safety.
Faith Chandianya, who works as a journalist for Mountaintraveller.co.ke, has accumulated more than three years of expertise in reporting on politics and current affairs within Kenya.
A major collision among three trucks on the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway has caused a significant traffic backlog, resulting in an uneasy and disorderly situation for the motorists involved.
What was the death toll from the Mombasa-Nairobi train crash?
The major incident affecting several outcomes led to the tragic demise of one person and left another in extremely critical condition.
First responders reached the location to offer emergency medical aid and handle the circumstances.
On Friday, May 30, the National Police Service released a statement alerting the public about significant traffic jams between Emali and Masimba on the heavily traveled Nairobi-Mombasa Highway.
Muchiri Nyaga, a representative for NPS, stated that the traffic congestion was caused by a deadly accident where three lorries crashed into each other on a railroad overpass close to Jet Inn, entirely obstructing the road.
NPS is collaborating with pertinent authorities to reinstate regular traffic movement. More law enforcement personnel have been dispatched to the region and will enforce strict measures against individuals who break traffic regulations,” stated Muchiri.
Muchiri advised drivers to stay patient despite the congested roads and highlighted the significance of adhering to correct lane usage to guarantee an uninterrupted flow and avoid additional crashes.
He similarly urged motorists to explore alternate paths whenever feasible to alleviate traffic jams on the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway and enhance general roadway security for every traveler.
"Traffic heading towards Mombasa is advised to take the Machakos-Wote-Makindu route, whereas those going to Nairobi can opt for the Makindu-Wote-Machakos route instead. The NPS remains dedicated to ensuring law and order on our highways," Muchiri stated.
Fatalities reported after incident in Embu
In another event, a fatal accident occurred on the Embu-Nairobi Highway late Wednesday, January 15, resulting in one death and two severe injuries, according to officials.
The accident took place around 8:30 PM close to the sewage region and included a truck loaded with corn, one conveying firewood, and a bus from the Tahmeed Bus Company.
Witnesses stated that a truck moving towards Nairobi experienced brake failure and crashed into another vehicle that had been halted at a checkpoint set up by Embu county inspectors for safety checks.
One driver was discovered deceased at the location, whereas the other was swiftly taken to a local county hospital in serious condition.
The driver's identity has not been disclosed until their family members have been informed.
Francis Ndirangu, who oversees the Kirimari Ward Rescue Team, mentioned that even though the accident was severe, none of the passengers aboard the Tahmeed bus were injured.
It is reported that the bus managed to bring itself to a safe halt following the crash.
The authorities initiated an inquiry into the event, concentrating on the mechanical malfunction that caused the original loss of control.
The flow of traffic on the highway was briefly halted during the rescue mission but was subsequently resumed.
The unfortunate incident sparked worries regarding the upkeep of vehicles and the effectiveness of traffic regulations along this heavily traveled route linking Embu town to Kenya’s capital, Nairobi.
What measures is NTSA taking to decrease road accidents?
The National Transport and Safety Authority is introducing several initiatives to reduce the frequent occurrence of road accidents within the nation. These efforts encompass routine inspections of Public Service Vehicles (PSVs), refresher courses for drivers, deployment of digital cameras to oversee speeding violations, enforcement actions against intoxicated motorists, and campaigns aimed at educating and raising awareness among the general public.
This week, authorities organized a three-day training program for PSV drivers across the four regions of Kisumu, Kakamega, Uasin Gishu, and Kisii.
Aside from receiving training to foster a culture of compliance and overall road safety, the operators were also made aware of the necessary inspections for ensuring the mechanical integrity of vehicles. They learned about updates in driving school curriculums along with advancements in regulatory technologies promoted by the Authority, including an intelligent road safety management system known as IRSMS.
The gatherings assembled participants from the local transportation and safety board members, the national police force, regional county administrators along with additional interested parties within their areas.
Masolo Mabonga, Head of Department for Current Affairs and Politics, has revised this piece to include information about NTSA’s efforts aimed at decreasing road accidents.
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