One person confirmed dead in Kericho building collapse, rescue efforts continue
NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 18– Interior Ministry on Wednesday confirmed that one person has died following the collapse of a building under construction in the - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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One person has been confirmed dead and several others injured following the collapse of a building under construction in Kericho. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing as authorities work to account for all individuals present at the site.
- 1 confirmed fatality and 4 individuals rescued and hospitalized.
- The Ministry of Interior and National Administration and multiple emergency response teams, including the Kenya Red Cross, are involved.
- The incident occurred earlier today in the Kaptebeswet Bypass area of Kericho, with the cause of the collapse still under investigation.
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