Kenya Pipeline Issues Statement After Manhole Explodes Near Headquarters

The explosion triggered panic amongst staff and city dwellers residing near Kenya Pipeline headquarters...

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The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has formed a multidisciplinary team to investigate a fire near its Nairobi Industrial Area headquarters after a manhole explosion on September 25. The incident caused panic and led to the evacuation of employees, though no injuries were reported.

A multidisciplinary team has been formed to investigate the cause of the manhole explosion and subsequent fire.
The fire, which occurred near KPC's storage facilities, prompted a rapid emergency response, with services containing the blaze and charging manhole drains with foam.
KPC disconnected its power supply to mitigate additional risks and credited collaborators including the County Government of Nairobi and the Kenya Airports Authority for their swift response.

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