Three people are nursing serious injuries in hospital after a tree fell on them while on a motorbike.
The incident happened on Tuesday at Nyamusi in Nyamira County.
Witnesses said the rider identified as Nyaming’a was ferrying two men to Nyamusi market when a tree which was being cut at the roadside fell on them.
“The rider was speeding and he didn’t notice that the tree was being cut. He applied instant brakes when he approached near a tree which was being cut unfortunately the tree fell on them,” said Amos Aroni.
Aroni said the victims were rushed to Nyamira county hospital for treatment by good Samaritans.
Area assistant chief Japheth Ongeri confirmed the incident and said the victims are responding well to treatment.
“I wish to thank members of the public for responding quickly to help the victims. Residents should also take caution when cutting trees near roads and electricity to curb unnecessary accidents, deaths,” he said.
He urged residents to cut down trees near electricity wires in the region.