Rescue operations are currently underway at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) following a “aircraft incident,” according to authorities.
The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) announced on their official social media accounts that emergency teams are on the ground evacuating those aboard the aircraft.
“An aircraft overflying Nairobi encountered an incident at JKIA this morning. Immediate rescue operations are underway, led by our dedicated emergency response teams. We are working closely with authorities as we prioritize the safety of all involved,” KAA said in a tweet.
Some social media users had raised concerns about the situation at JKIA about an hour earlier, pointing to a cloud of smoke billowing above the airport.
