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VisitSafety Measures Implemented in Makueni County for Rocket Debris by Jan 31, 2025?
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Kenya Space Agency Confirms 500 kg Rocket Separation Ring Fell in Makueni County on December 30, 2024
Jan 1, 2025, 07:15 AM
On December 30, 2024, a metallic object measuring approximately 2.5 meters in diameter fell in Mukuku Village, Makueni County, Kenya, creating a loud noise reminiscent of thunder. Local residents reported the incident, raising concerns about the object's origin. Initial investigations by police and the Kenya Space Agency suggested that the object is likely debris from a rocket, specifically identified as a 500 kg separation ring. The Kenya Space Agency confirmed that the object poses no safety threat and is currently under investigation to determine its origin and ownership. Authorities have urged the public to report any suspicious objects in the area as they continue their analysis of the debris.
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