Kenya has been plunged into mourning following a tragic fire at a boarding school in Nyeri that claimed the lives of several students. In response to this terrible incident, President William Ruto has declared three days of national mourning.
The fire broke out at the school in the early hours of the morning, catching many students unaware as they slept. The blaze spread quickly, engulfing the dormitory and causing chaos and panic among the students.
Emergency services rushed to the scene to try and contain the fire and rescue those trapped inside. However, despite their efforts, a number of students tragically lost their lives in the blaze.
The cause of the fire is still being investigated, with authorities working to determine what sparked the deadly inferno. Meanwhile, the community in Nyeri is coming together to support the families of the victims and to mourn the loss of these young lives.
The three days of national mourning declared by President Ruto serve as a somber reminder of the impact that this tragedy has had on the entire country. It is a time for reflection, grief, and unity as Kenya comes to terms with this devastating loss.
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