A huge gas blast in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, has killed at least three people and injured nearly 300.
A lorry carrying gas exploded in Embakasi district at about 23:30 (20:30 GMT), "igniting a huge ball of fire", a government spokesperson said.
Housing, businesses and cars were damaged, with video showing a huge blaze raging close to blocks of flats.
Officials said a child was among those who died in the explosion, and that the death toll could rise.
The cause of the incident is still being established.
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A lorry carrying gas exploded in Embakasi district at about 23:30 (20:30 GMT), "igniting a huge ball of fire", a government spokesperson said.
Housing, businesses and cars were damaged, with video showing a huge blaze raging close to blocks of flats.
Officials said a child was among those who died in the explosion, and that the death toll could rise.
The cause of the incident is still being established.
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For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news
#Kenya #Nairobi #BBCNews
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