Kenya’s Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has cracked down on an illegal Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) refilling outlet in Meru town.
In a sting operation conducted last night, EPRA’s surveillance and enforcement officers raided the facility, catching workers red-handed as they filled LPG cylinders belonging to other brands without permission.
As the officers closed in, the perpetrators fled the scene, leaving behind leaking gas cylinders that posed a significant danger to the public.
The facility’s owner, who was absent during the raid, has been summoned to face legal action.
EPRA warned that illegal gas refilling operations often prioritize speed over safety, putting both the perpetrators and the public at risk.
The regulatory authority urged the public to only purchase gas from authorized and licensed traders to ensure their safety.
EPRA remains committed to protecting public safety and has issued a stern warning to traders against cross-refilling without authority.
Source: https://energynewsfrica.com
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