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Police Warn Against Livestreaming Eastleigh Rescue Efforts

Livestreaming hinders rescue operation

October 28, 2026 2 min read
Police Warn Against Livestreaming Eastleigh Rescue Efforts

Police have warned social media creators against livestreaming rescue efforts at the site of the collapsed building in Eastleigh.

The Incident Police Commander, Duncan Ochieng, stated that livestreaming on platforms like TikTok jeopardizes the operation and urged creators to stop.

Rescue teams are following international standards, with the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group providing technical advice.

The Kenya Red Cross has reunited survivors with their families in 30 out of 52 recorded cases.

Source: Nairobi Wire. AI-assisted summary.