Grade Four Learner Dies After Gas Tank Fire Tears Through Glen Norah Home
A Grade Four learner from Shiriyedenga Primary School in Glen Norah A died after being severely burnt when a fire broke out at her family home on Saturday evening, 15 August 2026.
The learner, identified as Ashley, was inside the family’s two-roomed house with her sibling when the fire reportedly started. Her mother and other people were outside at the time.
Glen Norah Gas Fire Traps Learner Inside Bedroom
Community members told NewsDay Live that the blaze started around 7pm, reportedly after a gas tank in one of the rooms burst.
Ashley’s sibling managed to escape as the fire spread. However, Ashley ran into a bedroom and became trapped.
Neighbours rushed to help but initially struggled to reach her because the only route to the bedroom passed through the burning room.
Community member Tatenda Katsiga said people eventually broke through the bedroom wall to reach the child.
“We had to look for tools so we could break the wall of the bedroom and rescue her. After some time, we broke the wall and took her out.”
The rescue reportedly took about 15 to 20 minutes.
Shiriyedenga Primary School Learner Dies In Hospital
Ashley was taken to a medical facility in Glen Norah before reportedly being referred to Sally Mugabe Central Hospital.
She died on Sunday morning, 16 August, while receiving medical treatment.
The fire also destroyed the family’s home and belongings, including important documents.
Her uncle, Tererai Mubaiwa, said the family was now dealing with the loss of both the child and their possessions.
“By the time I got home, the house was in ashes.”
The family was preparing burial documents and awaiting a burial order, with plans reportedly being made for the learner to be buried in the rural areas.
The incident has left the family without their home and with the loss of a young child following the devastating fire.
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