A violent fire has ravaged a parking lot in Ngaoundéré, in the Baladji 2 district, on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, completely destroying six public transport buses. The fire broke out around 3:20 p.m. local time, quickly alerting the emergency services of the 302nd Fire Company of Ngaoundéré, who intervened promptly to control the flames.
The fire, which started in a parking lot of approximately 800m², quickly escalated, fueled by the proximity of a wood depot, threatening to spread the fire. Firefighters struggled for several hours to overcome the flames, but the toll is heavy: six public transport buses were completely destroyed.
Fortunately, no loss of life is to be deplored. However, the material damage is considerable, affecting the owners of the vehicles and potentially the users of public transport in the region. The causes of the fire were not immediately established, and an investigation could be opened to determine the exact circumstances of this disaster.
This incident highlights the risk of fire in urban areas and the need for adequate prevention measures, particularly in parking lots and storage areas for flammable materials. It also highlights the importance of the responsiveness of fire services to limit damage and protect lives.
The city of Ngaoundéré, located in the Adamaoua region of Cameroon, is an important hub for transport in the country. The destruction of these six buses could have an impact on the mobility of local populations, at least in the short term.
