CCTV Footage Captures Moment Car Bursts Into Flames Along the Expressway
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Traffic along the Nairobi Expressway near the Ole Sereni area was temporarily disrupted after a vehicle burst into flames, with CCTV footage of the incident circulating online on the night of May 31 2026.
The footage captured the moment the vehicle caught fire along a section of the expressway near the Southern Bypass exit, with flames and thick smoke quickly engulfing the car as other motorists slowed down near the scene.
The footage shows a car that was driving at a high speed losing control and hitting a pillar, then later caught fire and started burning.
According to reports, the incident took place near the Southern Bypass Entrance B after the vehicle reportedly developed mechanical problems before losing control and catching fire.
No Casualties Were Reported
The expressway operator said patrol teams working together with police officers responded to the incident and safely evacuated three occupants before containing the fire.
No injuries were reported during the incident, but the car was almost completely destroyed.
Videos shared on social media showed the vehicle completely engulfed in flames as smoke went into the air, attracting the attention of motorists using the busy highway.
Traffic flow along part of the expressway was briefly affected as emergency teams cleared the scene.
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Cause Of Fire Expressway Accident Still Unknown
Authorities have not officially confirmed the exact cause of the fire, although some reports pointed to a possible mechanical fault.
No further details had been released by the time of publishing.
Accidents On Kenyan Roads
The incident comes months after another fire-related accident along the Southern Bypass involving a fuel tanker near the Ole Sereni area, which caused major traffic disruption and claimed one life.
The incident adds to growing concerns over road safety on Kenyan roads, where accidents continue to be reported despite ongoing enforcement measures.
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Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has repeatedly urged motorists to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy before travel and to observe traffic regulations.
This is especially on major highways and expressways, in an effort to reduce accidents and improve safety for all road users.
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