Over 140 schoolgirls hospitalized in Kenya after consuming contaminated water
Students undergoing treatment and are in stable condition, says official
NAIROBI, Kenya
At least 148 schoolgirls were rushed to the hospital in western Kenya on Wednesday after they consumed contaminated water leading to severe stomachaches, police said.
Nyamira area police boss John Nyamu confirmed the casualties in a media briefing.
Nyamira North Sub-County Education Director Claire Oyula visited the school to assess the situation.
"The students are currently undergoing treatment and are in stable condition," she told reporters.
Preliminary reports suggest that the students fell ill after ingesting contaminated water at the school.
Local authorities said they are collaborating with health and education officials to address the situation promptly.
Kenya is not new to such incidents.
In April, 124 schoolchildren were hospitalized and three students and teacher died in Kakamega county in western Kenya when a severe outbreak of diarrhea occurred.
