A tragic fire at Utumishi Girls School in Gilgil, Kenya, has resulted in the deaths of at least 10 students, as confirmed by regional police commander Samuel Ndanyi. The incident occurred early Thursday morning in the school's boarding accommodation section, and authorities are currently working to account for all students. Masoud Mwinyi, a county police official, described the situation as 'distressing and saddening' to parents gathered outside the school. The cause of the fire remains undetermined, but school fires in Kenya are frequently attributed to arson or electrical faults. This incident adds to a troubling history of school fires in the country, including a devastating 2001 dormitory fire in Machakos County that claimed 67 lives, and another fire in 2024 that killed 21 students. In light of this tragedy, President William Ruto has declared three days of mourning for the victims, reflecting the nation's grief over the loss of young lives.