A series of devastating fires has caused significant material damage and heavy human losses. The fires affected three health areas, with the first outbreak occurring near schools during school hours. A kitchen fire that was left unattended is believed to have started the blaze, which then spread rapidly.

The fires were reported in multiple areas, including near the Furaha and Ujamaa schools, and on several avenues. Further details about the incidents are available from the source. The extent of the damage and the number of casualties are part of the information available from the source, which provides more details about the series of fires.