Gitega prison fire
At around 04:00 CAT on 7 December 2021, a fire broke out in an overcrowded prison in Gitega, Burundi. It killed at least 38 people and injured over 69 others.[1]
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| Date | 7 December 2021 |
|---|---|
| Time | 04:00 CAT |
| Coordinates | 03°25′34″S 29°56′08″E / 3.42611°S 29.93556°ECoordinates: 03°25′34″S 29°56′08″E / 3.42611°S 29.93556°E |
| Cause | Electrical failure |
| Non-fatal injuries | 69+ |
References
- ↑ "Burundi prison fire kills at least 38 in Gitega" (in en-GB). BBC News. 2021-12-07. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-59560444. Retrieved 2021-12-07.
