Cargo Truck Fire Blocks Mtwapa Bridge as Motorists Warned of Delays

A cargo truck caught fire on Mtwapa Bridge in Mombasa County on September 15, 2026, leading to the temporary closure of the B8 road and disrupting traffic. Authorities have advised motorists to expect delays and use alternative routes while emergency crews work to extinguish the flames and clear the wreckage. The incident significantly impacts the Shanzu-Mtwapa corridor, which is vital for transport between Mombasa and northern coastal areas.