Motorists are facing significant traffic congestion along the busy Nakuru-Eldoret Highway following a lorry accident on Saturday afternoon. The incident at Sachangwan has completely blocked both lanes, halting movement on this vital transport route.
The accident has created extensive delays for travelers between the Rift Valley and Western Kenya, with vehicle queues forming on both sides of the highway as authorities work to manage the situation.
The National Police Service has recommended alternative routes to alleviate traffic congestion while cleanup operations proceed at the accident site.
Those using the Kericho-Kisumu route are directed to take the Njoro-Molo-Nakuru Road as an alternative.
Similarly, travelers on the Nakuru-Eldama Ravine-Eldoret Road are affected.
Law enforcement personnel have been stationed along the affected highway section to control traffic, direct drivers, and maintain lane discipline while the obstructing lorry is being removed.
Operations to remove the obstructing loaded lorry are underway, according to a police traffic official.
The National Police Service has confirmed the removal operation continues, with recovery teams working expeditiously to clear the vehicle and restore normal traffic flow.
Motorists are advised to remain patient, follow on-site officer instructions, and exercise caution while traveling.
This incident follows a day after the Kenya National Highways Authority temporarily closed a section of the Nairobi Southern Bypass for vehicles heading to Ole Sereni due to an accident on Friday morning, April 24.
According to KeNHA, the disruption occurred along the busy Gitaru section.
The incident involved a broken-down lorry that was rear-ended by another vehicle, with preliminary investigations suggesting brake failure as the probable cause.
The road was reopened Friday evening after successful clearance, with motorists diverted to the Kikuyu-Mutuini-Dagoretti (C63 Road) for most of the day.