KWS: Two fire incidents reported at Nairobi National Park, one contained

Two fire incidents erupted at the Nairobi National Park on Thursday, KWS has said.

According to the Kenya Wildlife Service the first fire, near Wilson Airport along the Southern Bypass, was swiftly contained through collaboration between the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and Nairobi County Government.

"A second blaze in the Athi Basin Dam area, reported at 4:00 pm remains under active containment. KWS, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), volunteers, fire engines, and water bowsers are on-site," the statement reads in part. 

According to the agency wildfires have been reported in multiple parks amid the dry season but the agency is taking measures to curb the infernos.

 "Firefighting units, including helicopters, collaboration with communities, county governments, and partners to bolster response networks. Creation of firebreaks and cutlines to isolate future fires." 

Report fire hazards immediately to KWS toll free telephone number 0800 597 000 and WhatsApp number 0726661509 KWS extends gratitude to KDF, KFS rangers, volunteers, county agencies, and local communities for their critical support.