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September 18, 2026
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Two dead following fuel tanker explosion along Eldoret-Webuye highway

Two dead following fuel tanker explosion along Eldoret-Webuye highway

Two people have been confirmed dead while scores of others sustained serious burn injuries after a fuel tanker overturned at Kapkong area along the Eldoret-Webuye Highway...

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Two people have tragically died and several others have been seriously injured in a fiery fuel tanker explosion that occurred along the Eldoret-Webuye Highway on Thursday night.

  • Two confirmed dead and scores injured.
  • The incident involved a fuel tanker overturning near Paul Boit High School.
  • Victims were injured while attempting to siphon fuel from the tanker, highlighting the danger authorities warn against.

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