Panic as earthquake aftershocks hit Western and North Rift

There was panic in parts of Western Kenya as earthquake aftershocks hit Kakamega, Bungoma, Busia, Trans-Nzoia, Vihiga and Siaya. In Kakamega town witnesses said storey business premises shook for a few minutes, causing panic among occupants who dashed out thinking the building was collapsing. PHOTO: COURTESY

There was panic in parts of Western Kenya as earthquake aftershocks hit Kakamega, Bungoma, Busia, Trans-Nzoia, Vihiga and Siaya. In Kakamega town witnesses said storey business premises shook for a few minutes, causing panic among occupants who dashed out thinking the building was collapsing.

“I was buying stationery at a bookshop then suddenly I noticed the building was shaking. I quickly rushed out. Everyone was in panic,’’ said Mary Wasike. David Wafula, a resident in Vihiga recalled the chilling moment.