Barely four days after a gas explosion ripped through Mradi Village in Nairobi's Embakasi area, residents are once again grappling with fear and uncertainty.

A suspected fresh gas leak, reminiscent of the pungent odour that preceded Friday's tragedy, has triggered an exodus as families flee their homes.

The Friday explosion, fueled by a suspected gas leak, claimed at least six lives and injured over 300 individuals, leaving behind a landscape of devastation and trauma.

The recent gas scare has reignited anxieties, prompting residents to seek safer ground.

Authorities have moved swiftly to address the situation.

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Bramwel Simiyu, Nairobi City County Chief Officer for Disaster Management, assured residents that the situation was under control and that a fire engine was dispatched to the scene.

The Energy Regulatory Commission of Kenya (EPRA) was also alerted to investigate the suspected leak.

Patrick Analo, Nairobi County Acting Secretary acknowledged that they had received information regarding the suspected gas leak and confirmed that EPRA had moved to contain the situation.

"A multi-agency team led by EPRA and the county disaster management team are investigating the incident," Analo stated.

Alolo echoed Simiyu's sentiments and affirmed that precautionary steps, including evacuations, had been taken to avert any other incidents similar to the Friday disaster,

"Precautionary measures have been taken, including the evacuation of neighbouring residences," Analo affirmed.



While the investigation unfolds, the focus remains on supporting those affected by the initial explosion.

County officials report that most victims have been reunited with families or found alternative accommodation, with only 30 families still requiring shelter at the designated social hall.

Additionally, psycho-social support continues to be provided through a collaborative effort involving the county, Red Cross, Nairobi Hospital, and Amani Counselling Centre.

However, the fresh gas scare serves as a stark reminder of the critical need for long-term solutions.

Comprehensive investigations into the cause of the explosion, coupled with the implementation of stricter safety regulations, are essential to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.

Rebuilding Mradi Village and ensuring the safety of its residents must be paramount and only then can the community begin to heal and move forward with hope.