NAKURU, Kenya May 28 – The death toll from the tragic fire at Utumishi Girls Academy has risen to 15, with more than 100 students hospitalised with injuries as rescue and emergency response efforts continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Police confirmed that the overnight dormitory fire engulfed a block housing hundreds of students, leaving behind widespread destruction and triggering a major multi-agency response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Firefighters from multiple agencies, including local and national emergency units, worked through the night to contain the blaze and evacuate students from the affected dormitory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to early reports, injured students were rushed to nearby medical facilities in Gilgil and surrounding areas, where they are receiving treatment for varying degrees of injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Health officials say over 100 students remain under medical care as hospitals continue to manage the influx of casualties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Security and investigative teams have launched a probe to determine the cause of the fire, which broke out in the dormitory housing students from different grade levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Authorities have not yet confirmed what triggered the blaze, with forensic teams expected to examine the scene once safety assessments are complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The tragedy has reignited national concern over safety standards in boarding schools, particularly regarding fire preparedness, emergency exits, and compliance with safety regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Further updates are expected as rescue operations conclude and investigations continue.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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