A relative of one of the students who survived the deadly inferno has now claimed that only one dormitory door was opened during the chaos, a situation she believes may have worsened the tragedy.
According to the emotional account shared outside the school, the students were caught in confusion as flames quickly spread through the dormitory in the middle of the night.
She further claimed that students occupying the upper section of the dormitory were forced to jump from windows and balconies in an attempt to save themselves from the smoke and fire.
Some of the learners reportedly sustained serious injuries during the desperate escape, including broken limbs.
The heartbreaking revelations have sparked fresh questions among parents and Kenyans online regarding emergency preparedness and safety measures in boarding schools.
Authorities are still investigating the exact cause of the fire, while leaders and parents continue mourning the young lives lost in the incident.
Government officials who visited the school assured families that investigations would be conducted thoroughly and that those found responsible would face the law if negligence is established.
The tragedy has once again reopened debate about safety standards in Kenyan schools, especially dormitory management during emergencies.
Many Kenyans are now calling for stricter enforcement of fire safety regulations to prevent such painful incidents from happening again.
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