The tragic incident has left the local community in shock and raised fresh concerns about the safety and well-being of young people.
According to preliminary reports, the two teenagers were found in distress after allegedly consuming the substance under unclear circumstances.
Neighbours who noticed something was wrong rushed to assist and alerted authorities.
The minors were taken to a nearby health facility, but efforts to save their lives were unsuccessful, and they were pronounced dead on arrival.
Police officers who visited the scene said investigations are underway to establish what exactly happened and how the teenagers accessed the poisonous substance.
Officers are also seeking to determine whether the incident was accidental or if other factors were involved.
The bodies of the two teenagers have since been moved to the mortuary, where postmortem examinations are expected to be conducted.
The results will help confirm the cause of death and the type of substance ingested.
Local leaders and residents expressed deep sadness over the incident, describing it as a painful loss for families and the entire community.
Some residents called for increased awareness among parents and guardians on the dangers of keeping harmful substances within reach of children.
“This is a very sad incident. We urge parents to be extra careful with chemicals and medicines in their homes,” said one community elder.
Police have appealed to members of the public who may have information related to the incident to come forward and assist with investigations.
They said any detail, no matter how small, could help piece together the events leading to the teenagers’ deaths.