In a commendable display of efficiency, the police fire brigade successfully extinguished a potentially disastrous fire at City House shopping centre in Kampala, preventing its spread to nearby buildings. Despite the intensity of the incident, no casualties were reported.
The cause of the fire remains unknown, as investigations are still underway. Fortunately, swift intervention by the police fire brigade contained the flames, averting a major tragedy. Deputy spokesperson for Kampala Metropolitan Police, Luke Owoyesigyire, informed journalists on Monday that seven fire trucks and officers were deployed to manage the situation.
Adjacent to City House, Equity Bank temporarily suspended operations due to the chaos but later resumed normal activities later in the day, ensuring minimal disruption to their services.
The incident unfolded with dramatic scenes as occupants of a lodge within the affected building managed to escape through windows. Some individuals were observed leaving with towels in hand, capturing the attention of onlookers worldwide.
The surprising aspect of the situation has prompted netizens to question the activities of individuals who, instead of being at work during the early hours of 8:30 am, found themselves involved in leisurely sessions and other activities, raising eyebrows about the priorities of those present during the emergency.
