Tragedy struck the Bishop Crowther Memorial Seminary School in Awka, Anambra State, as fire broke out late Saturday night, resulting in the death of one student and significant property damage.
The fire, which started around 11:30 pm, engulfed the school’s hostel, destroying mattresses and other personal belongings of the students. The cause of the blaze has not yet been determined.
The deceased student has been taken to a mortuary, according to a statement released on Sunday by the Media Unit of the Anambra State Fire Service. Firefighters were promptly dispatched to the scene, and the fire was contained shortly after their arrival.
Anambra State Fire Service Chief, Chukwudi Chiketa, visited the school on Sunday morning to inspect the damage. “The Anambra State Fire Service received a distress call at 11:30 pm, on Saturday, May 18, 2024, reporting a fire outbreak in one of the school’s hostels,” the statement read.
“Our firefighters and a fire truck were deployed immediately to the scene of the incident, and the fire was contained.”
School Principal, Ven. Dr. Emendu, detailed the extent of the damage to the fire chief, highlighting that the fire had destroyed a significant portion of the hostel and the belongings of the students. Thankfully, there were no additional casualties or injuries reported.
Dr. Emendu praised the rapid response of the fire service, noting that their prompt arrival prevented the fire from spreading further. Fire Chief, Chiketa, expressed his condolences to the school community and the family of the deceased student, acknowledging the profound sorrow of losing a child in such tragic circumstances.
“It’s always painful and heartbreaking to lose a child, especially in such a situation,” he stated.
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Chief Chiketa urged the public to remain vigilant and safety-conscious to prevent such incidents in the future. “Fire kills, but it can be controlled,” he advised, encouraging everyone to be careful in their daily activities to ensure safety.
The school and the affected families are now grappling with the aftermath of the fire as they seek solace and support from the community during this difficult time.
