Nairobi: At least 15 female students were killed and several others injured after a fire broke out at a boarding school in Kenya.
According to a news agency, the fire suddenly erupted in the school hostel and quickly spread to a large part of the building.
Initial reports said the blaze started inside the hostel area of the boarding school.
The fire spread rapidly, causing major damage and heavy loss of life.
Several students were injured in the incident and were shifted for medical treatment.
Fire brigade teams reached the scene soon after the incident was reported.
Rescue workers managed to bring the fire under control after emergency efforts.
However, officials said the number of casualties was high in the initial assessment.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire.
Officials are reviewing how the fire started and whether safety measures were in place at the school hostel.
Further details are expected after the completion of the initial inquiry.
The tragic incident has raised serious concerns about safety arrangements at boarding schools.
Authorities are expected to review emergency response measures and fire safety systems to prevent similar incidents in the future.