Rescue teams at the collapsed building in Nairobi’s Eastleigh area are racing to contain a burst sewer line that continues to fill the basement, complicating efforts at the site.
The sewer system reportedly burst during the building collapse, with water flowing into the basement, which rescue teams have identified as a critical area in the ongoing operation.
Responders are working to contain the flow and manage the water accumulating underground as they continue assessing the site.
The flooding presents an additional challenge for rescue personnel working to establish the condition of the basement and determine whether anyone could be trapped in the affected area.
Authorities have yet to provide further details on the extent of the flooding or how long it may take to control the sewer flow.
The building collapsed while under construction along 9th Street in Eastleigh, prompting a multi-agency rescue operation. Authorities have urged members of the public to keep away from the affected area to allow emergency teams to carry out their work safely.
