- On September 6, 2024, Kenyans were awakened to the news that 17 students had died in a fire at Hillside Endarasaha School in Nyeri County
- The dormitory had 156 students from grades four to eight, and 16 of them died in the fire while one was declared dead on the way to the hospital
- President William Ruto ordered the authorities to investigate the case where a student died on the way to hospital
Kenyans are saddened and shocked to hear that Hillside Endarasha College in Kieni constituency, county of Painwas destroyed, and 16 students died in the fire, while one died on the way to the hospital.
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How many students died in the fire at Hillside Endarasha school?
The fire broke out at midnight and caught 824 students by surprise while they were sleeping in the dormitory. A total of 16 students died at school, while one died on the way to the hospital.
Nyeri County Police Commander Benjamin Rotich confirmed that 14 other students sustained serious injuries and are receiving treatment at nearby hospitals.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire while search and rescue operations continue amid fears that more students may be lost.
Parents of the school's children and local residents rushed to the area to see what was happening, and below are some pictures.
1. Parents of Hillside Endarasha students arrived at the school
Parents and locals who heard about the fire were seen at the school saddened and saddened by the terrible situation.
2. Emergency assistance at Hillside Endarasha School
Concerned parents called about the tragic event that happened at the school, emergency service personnel were seen ready to help the victims and people in the area.
3. Part of Hillside Endarasha School under siege
A section of Hillside Endarasha College in Kieni constituency has been cordoned off with yellow tape to allow investigations.
4. Morning chill at Hillside Endarasha School
The parents and relatives of the students affected by the dangerous fire defied the cold morning and went to be with their schoolmates and find out what was going on.
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5. Management and police are handling the situation
The police were also seen in the administration building helping the school attend to the situation of injured students and worried parents.
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6. Hillside Endarasha Academy parents who are busy outside the school
Parents and locals also gathered outside the school as rescue operations continued inside, where 16 students lost their lives.
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Thika boy dies at school
The incident comes just two days after, Patrick Lucka student at Pebbles Academy in Thika, allegedly died at school while participating in a cross-country event.
The boy had previously told his mother that he did not want to participate in the event, but his parents claimed that the teacher forced him to go to the dance.
The little boy was taken to Montezuma Funeral Home, and the school kept his smart watch, the clothes he was wearing, and his shoes.
What you need to know about Hillside Endarasha Academy
- The dormitory had 156 boys at that timewho were all tenants; The school has a total enrollment of 824 students, with 316 boarding students
- President William Ruto ordered a thorough investigation into the fire that killed 17 students at Hillside Endarasha school, Nyeri county.
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