19 Dec 2024 | 12:36 PM UTC
South Sudan: Fire breaks out at Konyo Konyo Market in Juba Dec. 19
Fire ongoing at the Konyo Konyo Market in Juba, South Sudan, Dec. 19. Avoid the area.
A fire broke out at the Konyo Konyo Market in Juba around midday Dec. 19. Initial reports indicated that multiple shops are on fire and it is continuing to spread. The cause of the blaze and any associated casualties remain unclear.
Authorities will likely maintain an increased emergency presence near the incident scene. Associated localized transport disruptions are likely. Lingering disruptions are possible until after emergency response officials depart the investigation scene.
Avoid the impacted area until investigation operations conclude. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official advisories, including evacuation orders.
