Americas and the Caribbean

At least 19 children killed after suspicious fire razes dormitory in Guyana

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An overnight fire in a secondary school dormitory housing over 60 students in Guyana left at least 19 children dead on May 22, 2023. More than 23 injured were sent to a local hospital while several others were airlifted to the capital, Georgetown. Initial investigations point to possible arson.

May 23, 2023