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Kenya: Fuel Contamination Risk Leads to Closure of Flooded Petrol Stations in Nairobi

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The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has directed retail fuel stations affected by flooding to temporarily cease operations due to the risk of fuel contamination.

Nairobi — The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has directed retail fuel stations affected by flooding to temporarily cease operations due to the risk of fuel contamination.

Since March, flash floods have wreaked havoc across the country, claiming over 130 lives and displacing more than 130,000 people, particularly in Nairobi. The recent tragedy in Mai Mahiu saw 70 fatalities, marking one of the worst-hit areas. The heavy rainfall, attributed to the El Niño weather phenomenon, has resulted in overflowing rivers and sewers, causing significant infrastructure damage and property loss across the nation.

EPRA directed petrol stations to communicate promptly with relevant authorities to ensure compliance with safety regulations. This directive aims to safeguard public safety and prevent environmental degradation amid the ongoing weather challenges.There was a problem processing your submission. Please try again later.

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