A quarry collapse has left several workers feared trapped beneath rubble, with rescue efforts underway and the number of casualties yet to be confirmed.
According to local media reports on October 21, 2026, Mutonga Quarry in Igoji East, Meru County, caved in, raising fears for workers at the site.
“Mutonga Quarry in Igoji East has caved in, with an unknown number of people feared dead. The extent of the destruction and the number of casualties are yet to be confirmed,” Meru FM reported.
Six Workers Feared Trapped as Residents Join Mutonga Quarry Rescue Efforts
One worker reportedly escaped unhurt, while another was rescued by residents with serious injuries and rushed to hospital for treatment.
According to K24, six other workers are suspected to be trapped beneath the rubble, as one of the workers who survived the incident said.
Meru County Special Programs Director Lenah Kiambi confirmed the incident as residents joined rescue efforts to locate the missing workers.
Rescue operations were ongoing, with residents helping to remove debris in the hope of reaching those feared trapped beneath the rubble.
The full extent of the destruction and the number of casualties had not been confirmed in the initial reports.
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