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Fire Incident at Gacarage Secondary School, Kandara Ruchu
Good evening residents of Kandara Ruchu,
We are aware of the fire incident currently affecting Gacarage Secondary School.
*Here’s what’s happening right now:*
1. Murang’a County Fire and Rescue teams are on site and actively battling the fire alongside local community responders.
2. The safety of students, staff, and nearby residents is our immediate priority. Evacuation protocols have been activated and all learners have been accounted for.
3. The cause of the fire is not yet confirmed. Our team will conduct a full assessment once the situation is under control.
*What we ask from the public:*
- Please avoid the school area to allow emergency teams clear access.
- Follow instructions from County officers and National Police on the ground.
- Do not spread unverified information. Updates will be shared through official County channels.
We understand this is worrying, especially for parents and the school community. Our teams are working to contain the fire and minimize damage. We will update you as soon as we have more information.
For urgent inquiries, contact the Murang’a County Disaster Management via MyMuranga App.
Thank you for staying calm and cooperating with emergency teams. We are in this together, and we will get through it.
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