Police and emergency responders are investigating a serious road traffic accident that occurred at Busota near Health Centre III in Kamuli District, involving a coaster carrying students of Buzaya Secondary School and a sugarcane truck. The accident caused panic among residents as rescue teams rushed to the scene to assist the victims.
According to preliminary reports, the crash left several students injured, with many sustaining fractures and other serious injuries. Some of the victims are reported to be in critical condition and are receiving urgent medical attention.
The Kamuli District Emergency Medical Services (EMS) rescue team responded quickly and began evacuating the injured students to nearby health facilities. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as rescuers worked tirelessly to provide first aid and transport the victims for specialized treatment.
Hospitals and health centres in the district are currently handling a large number of casualties. Medical teams have been working around the clock to stabilize the injured, perform emergency procedures, and provide the care needed to save lives.
The accident has sent shockwaves through the Buzaya Secondary School community and the wider Kamuli District. Concerned parents, relatives, and community members have been seeking information about the condition of the injured students as doctors continue their efforts to treat them.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the accident, and investigations are ongoing. Police are expected to release more details once assessments at the scene are completed and witness statements are recorded.
As the community prays for the recovery of the injured students, attention remains focused on the medical teams and emergency responders whose quick action helped provide critical assistance following the devastating crash.
