N’Djamena: In a tragic incident, at least nine people were killed and over 40 were injured after a fire set off explosions at a military ammunition depot in Chad’s capital city N’Djamena. According to the official sources, the incident occurred late Tuesday night, while the people in the area were sleeping. All the injured were shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
As per the new agency AP, the government of Chad spokesperson, Abderaman Koulamallah said 46 people were being treated for various injuries after the explosions jolted residents from their sleep late Tuesday in the Goudji district of the capital, N’Djamena. He confirmed that the situation has been brought under control.
President Mahamat Deby Itno ordered an investigation into the matter
The explosions lit up the sky as thick smoke covered the clouds in the West African nation, setting off frantic efforts to extinguish the fire as residents fled their homes for safety.
The cause of the fire was not immediately clear, and President Mahamat Deby Itno said an investigation would be conducted.
In a post on Facebook, President Deby Itno stated, “Peace to the souls of the victims, sincere condolences to the bereaved families and quick recovery to the injured.” He later visited the scene of the accident as well as hospitals where the injured were being treated.
According to the locals, the residents in the area panicked after the incident, speculating that the explosion was an armed attack. Local media reported the blasts started just before midnight as nearby buildings shook and ammunition was thrown from the depot with explosive force.
The concerned authorities called on residents to stay out of the area, which was taken over by security forces gathering the scattered artillery shells. During the incident, several families residing in the area, recorded deaths.
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