A second fire in less than a month has destroyed a dormitory at Chianda High School, displacing 113 students and renewing concerns over recurring fire incidents in learning institutions.

In a statement, the latest blaze broke out on Friday, July 11, 2026, reducing one of the school’s dormitories to ashes and leaving the affected students without their personal belongings. No injuries or fatalities were reported.

“Only Senior Chief Nathan Ojungo House was destroyed by fire yesterday. Ojungo Houses Form three students. Silver, Orange, and another stream spend here. The approximate cost for the renovation will be communicated,” the school confirmed the incident on Saturday, July 11, 2026.

Students lose belongings

The fire completely destroyed the dormitory, with the 113 students who occupied it losing bedding, clothing, books and other personal effects.

Emergency responders and school officials quickly evacuated students from the affected area and managed to contain the fire before it spread to other buildings within the school compound.

Authorities confirmed that all students were accounted for and that no casualties were recorded.

Second fire in less than a month

The latest incident comes just weeks after another dormitory fire at the school, making it the second blaze reported at Chianda High School within a month.

The repeated incidents have raised fresh concerns over fire safety in schools and the need for strengthened prevention measures to protect learners and school property.

Officials are now working to establish whether there is any link between the two fires.

Investigations underway

Security agencies have launched investigations to determine the cause of the latest fire, while education officials assess the extent of the damage and the immediate needs of the affected students.

Authorities have appealed to members of the public to avoid speculation and allow investigators to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The latest fire adds to a growing list of school fire incidents reported across the country, underlining the importance of enhanced fire preparedness, regular safety inspections and emergency response systems in learning institutions to safeguard students and school infrastructure.