Members of the media and the public have been barred from entering the school compound, with security officers citing the need for crowd control and the importance of allowing uninterrupted rescue and investigative work.
The restriction follows the tragic fire that broke out in the early hours of Thursday morning in one of the school’s dormitories, prompting a large-scale emergency response involving police officers, firefighters, and Kenya Red Cross personnel.
Authorities have maintained a tight security presence around the institution, with officers stationed at all entry points to regulate movement and ensure that only authorised personnel are allowed inside the compound.
According to officials at the scene, the decision to limit access was necessary to prevent congestion and interference as emergency teams worked to search for survivors, account for students, and secure the affected areas.
The fire, which is reported to have started while students were asleep, triggered panic among learners and staff as smoke and flames spread through sections of the dormitory.
Rescue teams were quickly deployed to the scene, where they have remained engaged in ongoing operations.
As emergency efforts continue, parents and guardians have gathered outside the school gates, anxiously seeking information about their children.
Many have expressed frustration over the restricted access, but authorities have urged calm, stating that the measures are temporary and intended to support effective coordination on the ground.
Police officers have also been managing traffic and crowd movement along access roads leading to the school, with local residents joining families as they await official updates from authorities.
Emergency responders have been working alongside school administrators to conduct headcounts, assist the injured, and provide support services to affected families.
Ambulances remain on standby as assessments continue within the compound.
The Kenya Red Cross has also been present at the scene, offering emergency support and psychosocial assistance to students and families affected by the incident.
Their teams are working in coordination with other agencies involved in the response.
Authorities have not yet released full details on the number of casualties or the extent of injuries, as verification and rescue operations are still ongoing.
Officials say a clearer picture will emerge once the situation is fully stabilised and all students are accounted for.