N’Djamena – The high intensity detonations lasted around thirty minutes, lighting up the sky over the capital for several kilometers. Convoys of fire trucks were seen heading towards the area.
According to Chad 24, which relays the words of a resident of Goudji located not far from the military weapons depot, a slight lull was noted around 11:40 p.m.
In a message relayed to its nationals, the French embassy called for people to stay sheltered, away from windows.
“The situation is under control,” specifies Abderaman Koulamallah, Minister of State, government spokesperson.