Kenya school fire kills 17 students, injures 13
A fire at the Hillside Endarasha Primary School in Nyeri County, Kenya, has claimed the lives of 17 students and left 13 others severely burned. The blaze broke out on Thursday night in a dormitory at the school. Police spokesperson Resila Onyango confirmed that an investigation into the cause of this tragic incident is underway.
Investigation underway into cause of deadly fire
"We are investigating the cause and will take necessary action," Onyango said. News agency Associated Press, citing police sources, reported that the death toll from this tragic incident could potentially rise further. Fires in Kenyan boarding schools are unfortunately not uncommon, often due to students protesting against their workload or living conditions.
History of fires in Kenyan boarding schools
The prevalence of fires in Kenyan boarding schools is a significant concern. Many parents prefer these institutions for their children as they provide more study time without long commutes. However, some students have resorted to starting fires as a form of protest against heavy workloads or poor living conditions. In 2017, a similar incident occurred when 10 high school students lost their lives in a school fire in Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya.
