A devastating fire broke out at the Bed Palace furniture store along Thika Road on Wednesday morning, August 28, 2024. The blaze quickly consumed the renowned establishment, sending plumes of thick smoke into the sky.
Videos shared online captured the intensity of the fire as it ravaged the store, destroying furniture and other belongings of significant value. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Nairobi police boss Adamson Bungei confirmed the incident, stating that there were no reported injuries but that property damage was substantial. The fire broke out around 10:00 AM.
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Local residents and emergency services responded swiftly to the scene.
This marks the second fire incident at Bed Palace in recent months. A similar fire occurred on December 8, 2023, despite previous rescue efforts by the Nairobi Disaster Management. The extent of the damage from both incidents is yet to be fully assessed.
As authorities continue to investigate the cause of the fire and assess the damages, the Bed Palace community is grappling with the aftermath of this significant loss.