A fire erupted on the night of January 6 at the GK Prison headquarters inside Meru Prison, leaving several prison officers homeless. The blaze rapidly spread through wooden structures, destroying personal belongings, and affecting at least 14 families.

• Number of displaced families: At least 14 families
• Lack of response: No firefighters responded, as the county's only fire engine was reportedly grounded due to a lack of fuel.
• Suspected cause: Authorities suspect an electric fault, with the cause still under probe.