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Major highway blocked as 2 trucks go up in flames after accident [Photos]

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Major highway blocked as 2 truck burn up in flames

A major highway has been blocked after two trucks went up in flames following an accident.

Reports reaching Pulselive.co.ke indicate that the accident occured at Kambu area, along the Nairobi-Mombasa highway.

Confirming the incident, Kenya Police through the official twitter account asked motorists using the road to use alternative routes.

We wish to caution Motorists using the Nairobi-Mombasa highway that there's an accident involving two trucks between Machinery and Kambu area. Traffic Police are already at the scene and are advising motorists to use the old Mombasa-Nairobi road,” said the Kenya Police.

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According to Kibwezi Police boss Ben Chagulo, the two vehicles were heading towards opposite directions when they collided head on, before they burst into flames.

"The two trucks met head-on and shortly after the accident, they burst into a huge flame. They were burnt beyond recognition", said Chagulo.

Drivers of both trucks were rushed to Kibwezi hospital where they are currently receiving treatment.

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