Business worth millions destroyed as fire guts shops in Mbale
Upon receiving the alarm, SP Kamayo Rashid, the Regional Fire Officer, and his team responded swiftly.
Mbale: A devastating fire broke out in Mbale City on the night of January 16, 2025, causing massive damage to several businesses.
The fire started around 11:30 PM along Naboa Road, Plot 46, South Central Ward, Industrial Division, destroying two shops and affecting multiple other businesses.
According to SP Rogers Taitika, the Elgon Region spokesperson, the fire began at approximately 11:29 PM in a commercial building that housed various businesses. The building, once owned by the late Takhuli Edward, is currently managed by his widow Takhuli Miriam and their three sons: Matanda Andrew, Wamangala Christopher, and Magomu David.
Upon receiving the alarm, SP Kamayo Rashid, the Regional Fire Officer, and his team responded swiftly.
When they arrived, the fire was already in its free-burning stage, but the firefighters successfully contained the blaze by 11:59 PM. Despite the quick response, two shops an electronics store and a boutique were completely destroyed.
The remaining 12 businesses, including salons, clothing stores, and bars, were spared, and the owners were able to salvage their property.
Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were reported. SP Taitika suspects the fire was caused by an electrical short circuit. The incident has been officially recorded under SD Ref: 16/16/01/2025.
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