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Windstorm hits parts of Nairobi, causes widespread power outages

Many households in Nairobi and its surrounding experienced power blackouts on Tuesday evening due to strong winds and dust storms.  

High winds ripped off building roofs, downed billboards and knocked out power to thousands in the affected areas.

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