Nairobi City County’s excavators and cranes are diligently clearing the debris from the site of the eight-storey building that collapsed in Kahawa West.
The incident has raised significant safety concerns in the surrounding area.
In a recent statement, the county officials reported that three adjacent buildings have shown signs of structural defects.
Consequently, Enforcement Notices have been issued for these buildings, advising residents to evacuate immediately to ensure their safety.
“We urge residents of the neighboring buildings to vacate until we complete a thorough audit to assess the structural integrity of these sites.
This audit will extend to all high-rise buildings in the Kahawa West area.
We request the public’s cooperation with our officials during this audit, which aims to be as smooth and non-disruptive as possible,” said Patrick Mbogo, the County Executive for the Built Environment.
As part of the emergency response, Nairobi County teams, along with other agencies, are actively engaged in the clearance of rubble.
A multi-sectoral team is stationed at a command center to oversee operations and ensure a coordinated response to the situation.
The audit is critical, as it will help determine the safety of the remaining buildings and prevent further incidents.
“We are committed to ensuring that all necessary precautions are taken to protect the public.
The audit will be comprehensive and will include a review of safety protocols for high-rise constructions in the area,” Mr. Mbogo added.
Additionally, the county is taking legal action against Patrick Rwamba, the owner of the collapsed building, to hold him accountable.
“We will ensure that he is apprehended and brought to justice for the negligence that led to this tragedy,” concluded Mr. Mbogo.
The county remains focused on safeguarding the community as recovery efforts continue.
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