Kathmandu, September 11: At least 29 students have been killed after a fire broke out at two schools in Bukavu, a city under the control of rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The fire triggered panic and a stampede among students, with several adults also reportedly killed in the incident. The death toll is feared to rise further as the fire occurred in the densely populated Kadutu area.
Those injured in the fire and people who managed to escape have been taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Some of the injured students are reported to be in serious condition.
The fire also destroyed around 300 houses in the surrounding area. Videos from the scene showed injured children lying on hospital floors while receiving treatment.
The exact cause of the fire has not yet been established. Authorities are continuing to assess the incident and determine the full extent of the casualties and damage.
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