Fire erupts at Embakasi Girls School
Fire erupts at Embakasi Girls School
Efforts are underway to contain a fire that broke out in Embakasi Girls Secondary School in Mukuru, Nairobi, on Sunday morning, July 6.
The tragedy was confirmed by the Kenya Red Cross, which dispatched its emergency response team to manage the situation.
“Fire at Embakasi Girls’ School, Nairobi County. Efforts to contain it are underway,” the humanitarian organisation said via X.
Others on the ground are the Nairobi Fire Brigade and Community-Based Response Team.
Clouds of smoke were captured spiralling out of a high-rise block of dormitories within the school compound.
Property and learning materials of a yet-to-be-disclosed value were damaged by the fire.
The students watched from the ground as the raging flames and smoke billowed from the windows of the topmost floor of the block.
The cause of the fire was not established immediately.
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino empathised with the students and teachers at the school.
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The lawmaker shared in the pain of the losses incurred by the school following the tragedy.
“We are deeply saddened to learn about the devastating fire at Embakasi Girls High School, Embakasi South constituency, which has caused significant damage to property and the learning environment. In this difficult time, please know that our thoughts are with the students, teachers, staff, and families affected by this unfortunate incident. While the loss is great, we stand in full solidarity with the school community as they begin the journey of recovery and rebuilding. Tragedies like this remind us of the strength of unity and support,” he said.
Later in an update, the Kenya Red Cross confirmed that the fire had been contained.
At least three students were injured and treated at the scene.
The assessment of property damage is still underway.
“The fire has been contained by Nairobi City County Fire Brigade, Kenya Red Cross and community members. One dormitory was affected. Three injured students were attended to by Kenya Red Cross first responders. Damage assessment is ongoing,” the agency said.
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