2 Dead, Several Others Trapped After Building Collapses in Gikomba Market

Kenya Red Cross personnel could be seen coordinating rescue efforts as a section of traders and residents gathered around the scene, awaiting the recovery of those trapped...

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Two people are confirmed dead and others trapped after a building partially collapsed in Nairobi's Gikomba Market on Thursday, June 25. The incident occurred in Block B of the market, which was already structurally weakened by a fire that occurred earlier in the week.

Two fatalities confirmed.
The Kenya Red Cross, Nairobi City County Fire Brigade, and National Police Service were involved in the rescue efforts.
The collapse happened while a group of young men were reportedly inside collecting scrap metal and dismantling parts of the damaged structure.

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