Nation Shocked as Isiolo Girls High School Burns a Day After Hillside Endarasha Tragedy
In a devastating incident that unfolded on Saturday evening, a fire broke out at Isiolo Girls High School, leaving the school community in shock and distress. The fire, which began around 7:30 PM, quickly engulfed a dormitory that housed Form One students, raising fears for the safety of those inside.
The Kenya Red Cross Society was quick to confirm the incident, stating, “A fire incident has been reported at Isiolo Girls High School, Isiolo County. Response teams activated.” This prompt response highlighted the seriousness of the situation as rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the scene.
Videos obtained by skynews.co.ke show a desperate battle against the raging flames. Local residents, along with the Disaster Management teams from the Isiolo County Government, worked tirelessly to control the inferno. Thick plumes of smoke could be seen billowing from the dormitory, while frantic students attempted to salvage whatever belongings they could from the burning structure.
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The cause of the fire remains unknown, and as of the time of publishing, authorities had not yet arrived at the scene to begin their investigations. Fortunately, there have been no reports of casualties, but the full extent of the damage is still being assessed.
This tragic incident at Isiolo Girls High School comes just a day after another heartbreaking fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri County, which claimed the lives of 21 pupils.
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura, in a press briefing earlier on Saturday, confirmed the rise in the death toll from the Hillside Endarasha tragedy. “It is truly devastating for the nation to lose so many young and promising Kenyans,” Mwaura stated, extending condolences on behalf of the government to the bereaved families.
The close succession of these two tragic incidents has left the nation in mourning, with calls for thorough investigations to uncover the causes and prevent future occurrences.
As the country grapples with the loss, the focus now shifts to ensuring the safety and security of students in schools across the country.
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Nation Shocked as Isiolo Girls High School Burns a Day After Hillside Endarasha Tragedy
