Explosions rocked Bujumbura, Burundi’s commercial capital, on Tuesday, causing widespread panic among residents.
The blasts were caused by an electrical short-circuit at an ammunition store in a military camp in Musaga, according to army spokesperson Gaspard Baratuza.
The incident sent plumes of smoke into the sky, prompting residents to seek shelter.
Baratuza urged the public to stay calm and avoid the surrounding areas, adding that emergency teams were
addressing the situation.
Images shared on social media showed the explosions, including rising smoke and a distant fire, but Reuters could not independently verify the authenticity of these pictures.
The explosions have raised concerns among residents, but authorities are working to contain the situation.
The cause of the short-circuit is still unknown, and investigations are likely underway to determine the extent of the damage.
