Tragedy struck in Lurambi, Kakamega, as two young twins perished in a fire that engulfed their home on the morning of January 20, 2025. The twins were reportedly alone in the house at the time of the incident. Neighbors, upon noticing the smoke, rushed to the scene in a bid to rescue the children but were unable to gain access to the house due to the intensity of the fire.
Firefighters and police officers were called to the scene, but by the time they arrived, it was too late to save the children. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and investigations have been launched by the local authorities.
The community has been left in shock, with many expressing their grief over the loss of the young lives. Authorities have promised to continue the investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to provide clarity to the family and the local residents.