Nairobi explosion: Reporter witnesses huge gas fire in Kenya

The BBC Africa's Dorcas Wangira recounts her experience witnessing the fiery blast in Kenya's capital.

Late Thursday evening a lorry carrying gas exploded in Embakasi district causing a fiery gas blast rocking the area.

At least three people were killed and hundreds injured. The government has announced that an investigation is underway.

A health reporter, the BBC's Dorcas Wangira shares what she saw in the immediate aftermath of the explosion.

Produced by Nadeem Shad

Edited by Jenna Abaakouk

2 February 2024