Teacher’s Car Bursts Into Flames in Butere

On Tuesday night at around 9 PM, tragedy struck when a car belonging to Antony Nandeke, a dedicated teacher at Shibanga Mixed Secondary School in Butere Sub-County, burst into flames along the Ebwaliro road.

According to Nandeke’s emotional Facebook update shared by Mutai Mutandao, he was returning home when his car developed an electrical hitch that quickly escalated into a raging fire. “I jerked out and survived a minor burn,” he wrote. “We tried in vain but could not rescue the car. Am lucky I survived.”

Eyewitness Accounts and Community Reactions

The incident, which happened in Butere, has drawn significant attention on social media. Netizens flooded the comment section with reactions ranging from concern to superstition.

Hassan Jaldesa commented:

“When your village people don’t want to see you progressing.”

Judy C Koske Bett wrote:

“Village witches at work.”

Omondi Elvis Owino added:

“Coming from work at 9 PM… I blame wamunyoro… thanks he survived.”

Talia Mwangi shared her own worries about safety in the area:

“Butere is a hotbed of witches. Nkienda ushago mi hupark gari Kakamega town then I take a bodaboda to the village. Hawajui hata kama niko na gari bure.”

Richard Mogere described the scene:

“That fire was so hot, it melted the doors.”

Silas Kiplimo offered a practical note:

“Thank God you’re alive. Gari insurance will take care of it.”

Gratitude and a Reminder of Road Safety

While Antony Nandeke is grateful to have survived with minor injuries, the incident highlights the importance of regular vehicle maintenance, especially regarding electrical systems, to prevent such devastating accidents.

Authorities and insurance experts remind all motorists to:
✅ Regularly service their vehicles, especially electrical wiring.
✅ Carry a fire extinguisher and first-aid kit in their cars.
✅ Avoid driving at night in areas with poor lighting, if possible.

A Lesson in Survival

This tragic yet miraculous escape serves as a reminder that life is precious. As Antony put it, “I’m lucky I survived.” His story resonates with the community’s belief that not all setbacks are physicalsometimes they’re spiritual or social. Regardless of the cause, what matters is that he lived to tell his story.