A fuel truck crash on the Gulu-Kampala highway in Kigoogwa town has led to a significant fire that engulfed several nearby shops. The incident occurred earlier today and has left the area in chaos as onlookers rushed to collect spilled fuel.
While the exact number of people affected by the fire remains unclear, local authorities report that the situation has drawn a large crowd of individuals attempting to gather the leaking oil, complicating rescue and recovery efforts.
Emergency services arrived promptly but faced challenges due to the high number of people in the vicinity. “It’s difficult to assess the full extent of the damage and the number of injuries because so many people are here,” said a local official at the scene. “We urge the community to maintain distance to allow emergency responders to do their job safely.”
The fire has caused significant destruction to nearby shops, with many business owners facing losses. Local leaders are calling for calm and caution, emphasizing the dangers of collecting spilled fuel, which poses serious health and safety risks.
Authorities are currently investigating the crash and its causes, and further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
