A fire broke out at Mombasa Maize Millers in Majengo, Mombasa County, on Monday, August 10, 2026, sending thick smoke into the air as emergency responders and members of the public rushed to the scene.

Videos from the area showed heavy smoke billowing from the Mombasa Maize Millers premises, with firefighters and other emergency personnel working to contain the blaze.

Footage seen from the scene showed ongoing firefighting operations as responders battled to bring the situation under control.

Multi-Agency Team Responds to Mombasa Maize Millers Fire

Efforts to contain the fire at Mombasa Maize Millers were still ongoing, with a multi-agency team deployed to the scene.

The Kenya Red Cross issued an update on the incident, confirming that several emergency and county agencies were working together in response to the fire.

Among those at the scene were the Mombasa Fire Department, Kenya Red Cross, Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and County Government health ambulances.

Additional support was being provided by Mombasa Cement and the Jeffrey Foundation, which were supplying water to fire trucks involved in the firefighting operation.

The coordinated response was aimed at containing the blaze and preventing it from spreading further while supporting emergency operations at the affected premises.

Thick Smoke Seen Rising From Mombasa Maize Millers

Footage from Majengo showed thick smoke rising from the Mombasa Maize Millers facility as firefighting operations continued.

Members of the public could be seen gathered around the area as emergency teams worked to contain the fire.

The heavy smoke affected visibility around the premises, while firefighters continued their efforts to establish control of the blaze.

At the time of publication, the cause of the fire had not been established.

There were also no confirmed reports of casualties.

Authorities and emergency teams are expected to assess the extent of the damage once the firefighting operation is brought under control.

Mombasa Fire Comes Amid Recent Fire Incidents in Kenya

The Mombasa Maize Millers fire comes amid a series of fire incidents reported in different parts of Kenya in recent days.

In Nairobi, a fire was reported at the Ali Glaziers building along Third Street in Eastleigh North on August 7, 2026.

Another fire was reported at former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko’s office in Upper Hill on August 8.

On August 3, a fire broke out at the first floor of Lotus House, a commercial building near Afya Centre in Nairobi CBD.

The incidents have renewed attention on emergency preparedness and the response capabilities of county fire departments and other emergency agencies.

Fire Breaks Out at Mike Sonko’s Office

On August 8, 2026, a fire broke out at a section of Mike Sonko’s office in Upper Hill, Nairobi.

Flames and thick smoke were visible from the affected section of the property as emergency teams responded to the incident.

Nairobi County emergency teams arrived at the scene and managed to extinguish the fire.

Sonko later thanked the Nairobi County emergency response team for their swift intervention.

Lotus House Fire in Nairobi CBD

Earlier, on Monday, August 3, 2026, a fire broke out at Lotus House, a commercial building located near Afya Centre in Nairobi’s central business district.

Videos from the scene showed thick black smoke rising above the building as firefighters battled the blaze.

Large crowds gathered outside the building as emergency responders worked to contain the fire and secure the area.

There were also reports that authorities were investigating claims that some people could have been trapped inside the building. The reports had not been independently confirmed at the time.

Cause of Mombasa Maize Millers Fire Yet to Be Established

The cause of the Mombasa Maize Millers fire remains unknown as firefighting operations continue.

Emergency teams are expected to conduct further assessments after the blaze has been brought under control to determine the cause and establish the extent of the damage.

Members of the public are advised to avoid interfering with emergency operations and to allow firefighters and other responders access to the affected area.

Developing Story

The Mombasa Maize Millers fire is a developing story.

More information is expected as emergency agencies continue with firefighting and assessment operations in Majengo, Mombasa County.

Updates on the cause of the fire, the extent of the damage and any confirmed casualties will be provided once officially established.