Two Dead as Sugarcane Truck Overturns in Walumbe Valley
(See attached photos and video for details.) Images and videos from the scene depict the horrifying aftermath, with sugarcane strewn across the roadside and the overturned truck showing the extent of the impact.
Uganda Today Edition: Two Dead as Sugarcane Truck Overturns in Walumbe Valley.
February 22, 2025
Walumbe Valley, Kamuli-Jinja Road – A tragic accident involving a Tata lorry, registration number UBD 023V, loaded with sugarcane from Kamuli and headed to Kakira Sugar Works, has claimed the lives of two individuals. The accident occurred in Walumbe Valley along the Kamuli-Jinja highway, leaving a scene of devastation and sorrow.
According to an eyewitness, Naikazi Joy, the truck veered off the road and overturned, crushing its cargo and trapping victims beneath the wreckage. “It all happened so fast. The driver seemed to struggle with control before the truck tumbled into the valley,” she recounted.
Emergency responders and local residents rushed to the scene in a desperate attempt to rescue those trapped under the wreckage. The two deceased victims, whose identities remain unconfirmed, suffered fatal injuries before help could reach them.
Preliminary reports suggest that overloading and mechanical failure may have contributed to the crash. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine the exact cause and prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Walumbe Valley stretch of the Kamuli-Jinja road has been notorious for accidents due to its sharp bends and steep descents. Motorists are advised to exercise extreme caution while navigating this section.
Images and videos from the scene depict the horrifying aftermath, with sugarcane strewn across the roadside and the overturned truck showing the extent of the impact.
As investigations continue, local authorities have urged truck drivers to adhere to road safety regulations and avoid overloading, which poses serious risks to both drivers and other road users.
More updates to follow as we receive official statements from authorities.
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