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Emergency crews were called to a structure fire at Bethlehem Catholic High School in Saskatoon on Friday evening. Heavy smoke and large flames were observed emanating from the construction area attached to the school, prompting multiple hose lines to be deployed. A second alarm was called as firefighters worked to contain the blaze. The Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools (GSCS) board stated it is too early to determine how the fire will affect the start of the school year, with further assessments planned once it is safe to do so. School officials noted that new portable classrooms sustained significant damage, while water and smoke damage was reported in other areas. They are awaiting details from fire crews before making decisions about the upcoming academic term. A fire investigator is on-site to determine the cause and estimate damages. The fire department will provide updates as more information becomes available. The incident highlights the challenges faced by educational institutions in managing unexpected disasters and underscores the importance of emergency preparedness.

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A devastating fire at a girls’ boarding school in Kenya has resulted in the deaths of 16 students and left 73 others hospitalised. The blaze broke out around 1.00 am local time on Thursday at Utumishi Girls Academy in Nakuru County, approximately 120 kilometres north of Nairobi. According to local media and a police source cited by AFP, around 220 girls were sleeping in the dormitory when the fire started. The exact cause of the fire has not yet been determined, and authorities are continuing their investigations. Emergency services, including ambulance crews and the Kenyan Red Cross, responded to the scene and worked to assist survivors and contain the aftermath. A spokesperson for the Red Cross confirmed personnel were on the ground but did not immediately provide an official casualty breakdown. Local reports indicated that distressed parents gathered outside the school as authorities managed the situation. The school is associated with Kenya’s National Police Service and is located in an area that hosts several military and training facilities. Boarding school fires have been a recurring tragedy in Kenya, with similar incidents reported in previous years. In 2024, a fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri County killed 21 boys. Investigations into past incidents have sometimes pointed to arson, with reports suggesting dozens of school fires linked to deliberate acts or copycat behaviour. A 2018 report documented 63 arson cases in schools, while earlier studies have linked such incidents to exam pressure and long academic terms. Following previous tragedies, the Kenyan government has pledged to conduct safety audits across schools and strengthen enforcement measures. The latest incident has renewed concerns about dormitory safety standards and fire prevention in boarding schools across the country.

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A fire tore through a dormitory at a girls’ boarding school in central Kenya, killing at least 16 students and