Children and Family Home fire in Sophia leaves nine minors hospitalized

Nine children were hospitalized for smoke inhalation following a fire at the Children and Family Home in Plum Park, Sophia, Greater Georgetown. The blaze was observed on the top floor of the female dormitory.

The Guyana Fire Service responded to the scene, utilizing water tenders and carriers from Campbellville and Eccles stations to bring the flames under control and prevent them from spreading. Following the extinguishment of the fire, crews conducted mop-up operations to check for hidden pockets of fire and prevent reignition.

All residents were successfully accounted for and evacuated. The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security confirmed that the affected minors received initial treatment from emergency medical technicians on-site before being transferred to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation for further medical attention. The remaining children have been relocated to a safe location. Investigations are currently underway to determine the cause and origin of the fire.