A major fire broke out on the morning of Monday, March 16, at Toi Market, disrupting normal operations and destroying multiple stalls along with goods of unknown value.
Witnesses reported that the blaze started in the busy market before rapidly spreading, fueled by closely packed structures. Images from the scene showed intense flames engulfing sections of the market as traders scrambled to salvage whatever they could.
Thick plumes of smoke billowed into the sky, rising above nearby neighborhoods and visible from several parts of Nairobi. Large crowds gathered around the scene, watching helplessly as the fire intensified.
Initial concerns suggested the fire may have originated from the nearby Moi Girls' School Nairobi. However, it has since been confirmed that the inferno began within the market itself.
Emergency response teams, including firefighters, were deployed to contain the blaze. Efforts to put out the fire were still ongoing at the time of publication.
The cause of the fire remains unclear, and authorities are expected to launch investigations once the situation is brought under control. Traders now face significant losses, adding to growing concerns over recurring fire incidents in informal markets.
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