Kampala, Uganda | By Michael Wandati | Police in Kampala have kicked off investigations into a fire incident that tore through Café Bravo Restaurant, located at Uganda House along Kampala Road, reducing valuable furniture and kitchen equipment worth millions of shillings to ashes.
According to police on ground, no injuries have been registered, although there have been significant damage to the property.
According to Luke Owoyesigyire, the deputy spokesperson of the Kampala Metropolitan Police, the Fire Prevention and Rescue Services swiftly responded to the blaze at Uganda House on Kampala Road, which is believed to have started around 5:00 am on Friday 5, April 2024.
“The fire, suspected to have ignited around 5:00 am, swiftly engulfed the restaurant premises. Our dedicated team from the Fire Prevention and Rescue Services promptly arrived at the scene and successfully contained the fire before it could spread further throughout the building. However, significant damage to the property ensued,” Owoyesigyire said.
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Investigations into the cause of the fire outbreak are currently underway, with investigators actively gathering evidence at the scene to aid in determining the root cause.
Eyewitnesses said all items in the restaurant’s kitchen including cash were burnt to ashes.
The upscale-casual Italian chain eatery was popular for serving pasta, grilled dishes, pizza and cocktails amid Roman-ruin decor.
