GEORGETOWN: In a devastating incident, a school dormitory fire in Guyana has resulted in the loss of at least 20 lives, with several others sustaining injuries. The blaze occurred at the Mahdia Secondary School, located in central Guyana, leaving authorities and the local community in mourning.
The Department of Public Information issued a statement expressing profound sadness and providing updates on the tragic incident. The statement did not specify whether the victims were students, teachers, or other staff members. However, it confirmed that the death toll had reached 20, while several individuals were injured.
Efforts are underway to transport seven children to the capital city of Georgetown for necessary medical treatment. The Guyanese government has mobilized a comprehensive medical evacuation-supported response to address the aftermath of the fire.
Guyana cabinet briefed on horrific fire
Initially, the government reported that Cabinet officials were being briefed on the horrific fire at the Mahdia dormitory. However, the early response was complicated by adverse weather conditions.
The tragic incident has cast a dark shadow over the Mahdia Secondary School Dormitory, which plays a crucial role in the government’s efforts to improve educational standards in the less developed regions of the country.
The construction of the dormitory was seen as a means to cover the educational gap between the hinterland and coastal areas, as highlighted in previous government statements.
The Guyanese government expressed heartfelt condolences and extended thoughts and prayers to the affected children and their families during this challenging time. The authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire and take necessary measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
