Fire has damaged the Zgambota Rest House in Karonga, injuring one individual.
According to Karonga Police Station Public Relations Officer, Sergeant George Mulewa, the incident occurred on the afternoon of 5 August, and the injured person is currently receiving medical treatment at Karonga District Hospital.
“Meanwhile, police in the district have instituted investigations to find the details of the cause of the fire, total damages, as well as particulars of the injured person,” Mulewa said.
A witness at the scene, Austin Mwakiyelu, suggested that the fire may have been caused by illegal fuel traders operating near Karonga roundabout, where the rest house is situated.
By George Mponda, MANA
