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Massive Fire Ravages Karanja Stage in Kibra as Water Shortage Hampers Rescue Efforts

By Maxwell Amunga January 17, 2026

Source: Kenyans.co.ke

Massive Fire Ravages Karanja Stage in Kibra as Water Shortage Hampers Rescue Efforts

A massive fire has erupted at Karanja Stage in Karanja Village, Makina Ward, located in Kibra Constituency, leaving residents in distress as flames spread uncontrollably through the area.

The blaze, whose cause remains unidentified, has been exacerbated by a critical water shortage that has severely hampered containment efforts, leaving the community largely powerless to fight the inferno.

Images shared on social media platforms depict the intensity of the fire as it tears through the densely populated settlement, with thick smoke billowing into the sky.

Emergency responders from the fire department have arrived at the scene and are working to bring the situation under control, though the water scarcity continues to pose significant challenges to their firefighting operations.

Details of fatalities, or the worth of property destroyed remain uncertain.