Editor
A serious accident occurred today in Bagahwe cell along the Rukungiri-Bikurungu-Kanungu new tarmacked road, when a fuel tanker overturned and ignited a fire. The incident has prompted a swift response from local authorities and emergency services.
According to Apollo Kyagungu, the District Police Commander (DPC) of Rukungiri, both the driver and the turn man have been successfully rescued and are now out of immediate danger. However, the cause of the accident and the full extent of the damage are still under investigation.
The police have secured the area to prevent further harm and are actively working to control the blaze, which has threatened to spread to a nearby petrol station. Despite their efforts, Kyagungu reports that the fire has proven challenging to extinguish.
Residents in the vicinity have been advised to stay clear of the scene to reduce the risk of injury in case the fuel tanker explodes. The authorities are closely monitoring the situation to manage and contain the fire effectively.
The incident has raised concerns about road safety and emergency response, and further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
