Tengecha Boys dormitory fire contained as students escape unharmed

Fire at Tengecha Boys contained. /HANDOUT

A fire broke out in a dormitory at Tengecha Boys High School in Kericho County on Sunday evening, prompting an emergency response at the institution.

The blaze was reportedly contained before it could spread to other buildings within the school compound. All students were subsequently accounted for, with no injuries or deaths reported by Sunday evening. 

The incident attracted a rapid response from students, school staff, and members of the surrounding Kapkatet community, who joined efforts to contain the fire and protect property from further damage. 

Some residents also helped salvage students’ belongings from the affected dormitory as efforts to bring the situation under control continued.

The circumstances surrounding the outbreak remained unclear, with investigations expected to establish what caused the fire and determine the extent of damage to the dormitory.

Authorities were reported to have brought the situation under control as assessments of the incident continued.

The fire comes amid renewed attention on safety in Kenyan schools, particularly the need for institutions to maintain effective emergency procedures and fire-safety measures.

The latest incident did not result in reported casualties, with the students safely accounted for after the blaze was contained.