- Fire erupts at Old Mutual Towers in Nairobi during New Year celebrations, triggered by fireworks
- Tower management confirms minor incident, stating the fire was contained on a top floor
- No casualties reported; firefighters swiftly respond and resolve the situation
A fire that broke out during New Year celebrations at the Old Mutual Towers in Nairobi has been successfully extinguished.
A screen grab of the Old Mutual Tower on fire
Reports indicate that a fireworks display during the iconic skyline’s New Year festivities allegedly triggered the substantial fire on Sunday night.
Social media circulated images and videos depicting thick smoke emanating from the building, accompanied by visible flames at the top floors following a spectacular fireworks showcase.
In an official statement released on Monday, the tower management confirmed the occurrence of the fire, assuring that firefighters promptly responded to and resolved the situation.
“We acknowledge there was a minor incident after the New Year Fireworks celebration at the Old Mutual Tower. This was on the balcony of a top floor and it has since been contained. We thank all our celebrants for the notifications and we wish you all a Happy 2024.” The statement read.
Fortunately, there have been no reported casualties or injuries in connection with the incident. The swift response from the firefighting teams and the containment efforts by the tower management played a crucial role in preventing further escalation of the situation.
As the community collectively reflects on the events of the New Year’s celebration, the focus now shifts to ensuring the safety and well-being of all occupants and maintaining a positive outlook for the year ahead.
