Multiple Casualties in Road Traffic Incident in Makobeni area of Kilifi County
Category: Transportation
Severity: 4 (High)
Source: Drum Cussac
09/16/2019 (Kenya) - According to social media feeds on Monday, 16 September, at least ten people were killed and more than 20 injured in a road traffic incident which occurred in the Makobeni area of Kilifi County. The incident occurred on the Rabai-Kaloleni road when two buses collided into each other. Due to the severity of the crash, the death toll is expected to rise. Further information is awaited.
Vehicular accidents are frequent in Kenya due to inadequate road maintenance in rural areas, poor driver discipline and limited enforcement of traffic rules. Those intending to conduct overland travel are advised to ensure that they utilise the services of a reputable service provider, checking safety standards and vehicle serviceability. Those in the vicinity should monitor local media outlets with regards to associated transport disruption during emergency response operations.
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