A tragic accident occurred on the Mombasa-Nairobi highway in Kwale County, Kenya, on Wednesday morning, claiming two lives and injuring six people. The incident involved a bus operated by Dreamline, traveling from Nairobi to Mombasa, which collided with a stationary lorry between Mackinnon and Taru. According to police, the lorry had broken down and was left unattended on the road without warning signs.
The collision resulted in significant damage to both vehicles, and emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene. One of the fatalities was a passenger who was trapped inside the bus. Police Commander for Samburu Sub-County, Lydia Mambo, reported that preliminary investigations suggest the lack of warning signs on the stranded lorry may have contributed to the accident.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident and have begun questioning witnesses and collecting evidence. The vehicles involved in the accident have been taken to the Taru Police Station for further examination. Police have urged the public to exercise caution when using the busy Mombasa-Nairobi highway, citing the increased risk of accidents during morning hours due to reduced visibility caused by morning rain.
Traffic Enforcement Officer for the Coast Region, Asha Wario, has warned drivers to be vigilant and adhere to traffic laws and regulations. Wario emphasized that drivers found violating traffic laws will face prosecution and that efforts are underway to educate bus and lorry drivers about road safety.
The accident has raised concerns about road safety on Kenya's highways, particularly during peak travel periods. The government has been urged to increase measures to prevent such incidents, including improving road infrastructure and enforcing traffic laws.
Local residents have expressed concern about the frequency of accidents on the Mombasa-Nairobi highway, citing the need for improved road maintenance and enhanced safety measures. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety awareness and the need for drivers to exercise caution when using the country's highways.
The police have confirmed that the investigation into the accident is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released in due course. The incident has resulted in significant disruptions to traffic on the Mombasa-Nairobi highway, with motorists advised to exercise caution when using the route.
Key points
- Two people died and six were injured in a bus-lorry collision on the Mombasa-Nairobi highway in Kwale County, Kenya.
- The accident occurred when a Dreamline bus traveling from Nairobi to Mombasa collided with a stationary lorry that had broken down on the road.
- Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident and have urged drivers to exercise caution and adhere to traffic laws and regulations.
