Naivasha, Kenya – At least six people were killed after a Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) staff bus collided with a Kenya Railways train at a level crossing early Wednesday morning.
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What Happened?
- The crash occurred near KPC’s Morendat Training and Conference Center (MTCC) as the bus transported morning shift workers.
- Naivasha Sub-County Police Commander Anthony Keter said preliminary investigations suggest the bus driver attempted to cross the tracks without checking for an oncoming train.
- Heavy rainfall at the time may have reduced visibility, a witness reported.
Emergency Response
- KPC’s Managing Director, Joe Sang, confirmed emergency teams were dispatched immediately, with the injured rushed to nearby hospitals.
- “We are coordinating with medical teams and authorities to ensure the best care, including airlifting the critically injured,” Sang said in a statement.
Ongoing Investigations
- Police are analyzing the scene to determine if mechanical failure, human error, or poor crossing infrastructure contributed to the tragedy.
- Kenya Railways and KPC are expected to review safety protocols at level crossings.
Why This Matters
🚨 Safety Concerns – Raises questions about railway crossing enforcement and driver training.
💔 Human Toll – Families mourn as authorities work to identify victims and assist survivors.
🛤 Infrastructure Scrutiny – Calls likely for improved warning systems at high-risk crossings.
Our thoughts are with the victims and their families.
Key Details Recap
✔ Casualties: 6 dead, multiple injured.
✔ Location: Near KPC’s Morendat facility, Naivasha.
✔ Cause: Bus driver allegedly failed to yield; rain may have been a factor.
✔ Response: KPC & Kenya Railways cooperating in rescue and investigation.
⚠️ Stay Updated: Authorities will provide further details as the probe continues.