Sudanese Civil Defense announced on Sunday that it had “completely” controlled the fires that broke out at the main oil depots and other locations in Port Sudan. Meanwhile, at least 33 people were killed — including 14 members of one family — in shelling by the Rapid Support Forces targeting the Abu Shouk displaced persons camp in the city of El Fasher.
In a statement, Civil Defense Director Othman Atta said, “We have completely brought all fires under control at the strategic depots and various sites in Port Sudan, under extremely complex conditions and with large petroleum stocks,” citing a “well-executed plan and significant efforts.”
Last Monday, the Sudanese government accused the Rapid Support Forces of launching a drone attack that ignited fires in the main fuel depot in the Red Sea coastal city. At the time, the government warned of a “potential disaster” in the area due to the spread of fires in fuel-filled depots.
