- A building under construction collapsed on Christmas evening in Rongo town, Migori County, sparking a frantic rescue operation as several people are feared trapped under the rubble
- Police confirmed two individuals near the site sustained minor injuries and were rushed to the hospital, while the exact number of those trapped remains unknown
- Rongo MP Paul Abuor, who is leading the response, said additional equipment has been mobilized to aid in the rescue efforts
The stillness of Christmas evening in Rongo town, Migori County, was violently disrupted when a storey building under construction crumbled into a heap of dust and twisted metal.
What should have been a day of celebration has turned into a harrowing race against time as rescue teams battle to save lives buried beneath the rubble.
The collapse, which occurred just after dusk, has left the community in shock.
Witnesses describe a deafening roar as the building gave way, sending construction materials and debris flying into the air.
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Police confirmed that a man and a woman, who were near the building, sustained minor injuries and were swiftly rushed to the hospital.
Their survival, though a small relief, is overshadowed by fears that others may still be trapped beneath the wreckage.
A Race Against Time
The site has transformed into a chaotic scene as rescue workers, joined by locals, dig frantically through the rubble.
Flashlights beam through the night, illuminating the faces of anxious onlookers and the determined rescue teams.
“We are doing everything we can,” said Rongo Member of Parliament Paul Abuor, who rushed to the scene shortly after the incident.
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“We’ve mobilized additional equipment, but the exact number of those trapped remains unknown.”
Abuor’s words carry a weight of urgency. Every passing second feels like an eternity for families who fear their loved ones may be buried alive.
The cries for help from the crowd grow louder, echoing into the night as the rescue effort intensifies.
A Dark Cloud Over RongoWhile the cause of the collapse is yet to be determined, questions about the safety standards of the construction have already begun to swirl.
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Residents whispered fears of substandard materials or rushed timelines—suspicions that have plagued similar incidents across the country.For now, the focus remains on saving lives.
A somber crowd has gathered at the site, offering prayers and words of comfort as the reality of the disaster sinks in.
“It’s heartbreaking to see this happen, especially today of all days,” said a visibly shaken resident.
