A nurse who attended to the victims of Saturday’s helicopter crash in Mosop, Nandi County, has shared a harrowing account of the rescue attempts, shedding light on the severity of the incident that claimed the lives of Emurua Dikir MP Johana Ngeno and five others.
In a Facebook post, the nurse described the scene as chaotic and heart-wrenching.
“Extensive burns like that could have possibly caused shock and organ failure, leading to the death of six heroes. We struggle so hard for life that can end anytime,” she wrote, expressing deep sorrow for the victims and their families.
The tragic crash occurred on February 28, 2026, in Mosop, cutting short the lives of six Kenyans who were on board the 5Y-DSB helicopter.
Efforts by emergency teams were reportedly hampered by the intensity of the fire and the extent of the injuries sustained. According to Jey, despite every effort to stabilize the victims and administer urgent care, none survived the incident.
“Pole to the affected families and community Mutyo Missing. We tried but none survived. Dark Saturday,” she added, highlighting the emotional toll on the rescue personnel who confronted the scene.
The tragedy has sent shockwaves across Nandi County and the wider Kenyan political landscape.
MP Johana Ngeno, known for his engagement with constituents and active role in local development initiatives, had previously been scheduled for public and political engagements in the coming weeks.
Jey’s account reveals the unpredictable and often perilous nature of life-saving work in emergency situations, particularly in incidents involving severe burns and trauma.
Medical experts note that victims of high-intensity fires face rapid onset of shock and multi-organ failure, complicating even the swiftest interventions.
National leaders, local officials, and residents have since expressed condolences, emphasizing the collective grief and loss experienced across the region.
The families of the deceased are receiving support as authorities coordinate the transport and burial arrangements for the six victims.
As the nation mourns, the tragic Mosop crash serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the heroic, yet often emotionally taxing, efforts of frontline medical workers like Jacobeth Jey.