At least six people have died following a collision between a cargo train and a Kenya Pipeline Company bus at the Morendat Junction in Naivasha.
Witnesses said the accident occurred on Thursday afternoon when the bus, which had passengers inside, attempted to cross the railway line in front of the oncoming train.
Although the train driver reportedly applied emergency brakes, the distance was too short to stop in time and avoid the crash.
Eyewitnesses confirmed at least six fatalities, with the number of injuries yet to be determined.
Rescue efforts are ongoing, with police officers deployed to the scene to manage the situation, which has caused a major traffic snarl-up along the route.
Footage of the incident obtained by Kenyans.co.ke, showed the white bus extensively damaged, with a better part of the vehicle severely mangled by the freight train.
However, the train did not sustain any significant damage, with area residents seen attempting to retrieve those trapped under the wreckage.
Meanwhile, the Kenya Pipeline Company has released a statement confirming the accident. According to the company, the crash occurred in the afternoon at the railway crossing just before the Morendat Training and Conference Centre.
The company further disclosed that the bus was struck by the train while carrying staff who were finishing the morning shift.
Following the incident, the company revealed that it had already mobilised a rescue team and that all the injured were immediately evacuated to hospitals within Naivasha for medical attention.
"We are working closely with the medical teams and local authorities to ensure the injured receive the best possible care and to facilitate airlifts for the critically injured," Kenya Pipeline Company affirmed.
"At this time, our thoughts and prayers are with our colleagues and their families. We assure the public and all our stakeholders that we are doing everything possible to manage the situation and provide the necessary support to those affected," the company added.
