Tragedy Strikes: Fuel Tanker Explosion Rocks Kampala

A devastating fuel tanker explosion occurred in Kampala, Uganda, resulting in ten fatalities. The tragedy happened in Kigoogwa after the tanker overturned, sparking a massive blaze. Incident video footage shows residents attempting to siphon fuel before the explosion. Police fear multiple casualties and injuries from the accident.

A tragic incident unfolded in Kampala, Uganda, on Tuesday when a fuel tanker explosion claimed ten lives. The catastrophe struck the Kigoogwa suburb in the northern outskirts, on a route connecting the capital with Gulu.

Authorities reported that the tanker had overturned in the late afternoon, with concerns that more individuals may have perished or suffered injuries. The chaos erupted around 1500 local time, causing widespread alarm.

Footage shared on social media platform X depicted residents hurriedly approaching the tanker with jerry cans in hand, attempting to siphon fuel. Soon after, a fireball engulfed the scene, incinerating the tanker and damaging nearby structures.

(With inputs from agencies.)