"Deadly Gas Explosion Engulfs Nairobi, Leaving 3 Dead and Nearly 300 Injured"

A gas explosion in Nairobi's Embakasi neighborhood overnight killed 3 people, injured 298, and resulted in a massive fire that burned homes and warehouses. The incident, believed to have occurred at an illegal liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) plant, prompted authorities to call for blood and item donations to support the victims. The Kenya Red Cross provided first aid, psychosocial support, and assistance with search and rescue efforts, reuniting 21 separated children with their families. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority confirmed that it had rejected construction permits for an LPG storage and filling plant at the site in 2023 due to safety concerns.