A five-storey building in Kiambu County of Kenya has collapsed on Monday morning. This is the second building to collapse in Kiambu county within one week. On November 17, another 5-storey building collapsed in Ruaka, Kiambu County.
Reports indicated that the building collapsed at around 4 am on Monday. The incident occurred after Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi ordered all the tenants to vacate the building on Sunday. In addition, the governor urged the neighbouring tenants to vacate their premises.
It was a hive of activity as the over 200 occupants of the condemned building rushed against time to salvage their belongings.
Crowds of people milled around to witness the unfolding events, with owners of transport vehicles cashing in on the situation. Pickups loaded with personal belongings were seen leaving the scene.
Police officers were also present to maintain law and order as the evacuation continued.
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