Dr. Aggrey Boys High School in Wundanyi, Taita Taveta County, has been closed indefinitely following a second fire in less than 48 hours, prompting authorities to send all students home. The latest inferno broke out early on Saturday morning, just two days after a previous fire destroyed a dormitory at the institution.
The fire, which began in one of the school’s dormitories, sent thick clouds of smoke into the air, triggering alarms that left students and staff in a state of panic. Fortunately, swift action by the students, local community members, and the county’s fire department helped contain the flames before they spread further, preventing more damage to the school’s infrastructure.
Despite the chaos, the evacuation of students was carried out safely, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains unknown, though authorities are looking into the possibility of electrical faults, especially given the region’s heavy rains in recent days. The back-to-back fires have raised serious concerns over the safety of the school’s facilities, with many calling for a comprehensive investigation to prevent future incidents.
This second fire follows a similar event on Thursday night, when another fire ravaged a dormitory and left hundreds of students without their personal belongings. The blaze occurred just after students had finished their evening meals and were heading to their night preps. Fortunately, firefighters arrived promptly and managed to extinguish the flames, preventing the fire from reaching other buildings within the school compound.
The events have sparked widespread debate about the effectiveness of safety protocols in schools across the country, with many demanding that institutions upgrade their fire safety measures. In the aftermath of the fires, local leaders and education officials have called for a detailed investigation to determine the exact cause and ensure that such incidents do not recur in the future.
As Dr. Aggrey Boys High School remains closed indefinitely, parents are left anxious about their children’s education. The school administration, along with authorities, is expected to provide more updates as the investigation progresses. Meanwhile, the community and parents alike are hoping for a swift resolution to the safety concerns, ensuring that the students’ well-being remains a top priority in the coming days.
