Owoyesigyire clarified that no death was recorded from the Buziga Country Resort sauna explosion, yet the injured persons were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment.
At least eight people were injured on Sunday night after a sauna exploded at Buziga Country Resort in Makindye Division, Kampala. The incident occurred around 10:00PM, causing panic among guests and extensive damage to property.
Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy Spokesperson, Luke Owoyesigyire confirmed the incident, saying rescue teams responded swiftly to evacuate victims.
Owoyesigyire clarified that no death was recorded from the Buziga Country Resort Sauna explosion, yet the injured persons were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Eyewitnesses reported a loud blast followed by smoke and flames inside the sauna area.
Preliminary reports suggest a possible heat system failure, but police have launched investigations to establish the exact cause.
The Buziga explosion adds to a worrying trend of sauna-related incidents in Kampala and surrounding areas;
In 2019, Kyaliwajjala (Wakiso District): A steam bath boiler explosion at Marco Gym and Spa injured five people after a faulty control valve caused overheating.
In 2011, Ntinda (Kampala): Eight people were injured when a gas cylinder exploded at a health club sauna.
Authorities have urged operators of gyms, spas, and resorts to enforce stricter safety protocols, including regular inspections, installation of pressure-relief valves, and improved emergency response measures.
Police say a detailed report on the Buziga incident will be released after investigations are concluded.