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Khartoum declares action to extinguish Port Sudan blaze

Sudan's Civil Defense Forces report fire at major fuel depot and key installations in Port on May 11th.

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Sudan's Civil Defense Forces Declare Fire Outbreak at Main Fuel Depot and Strategic Sites in Port...
Sudan's Civil Defense Forces Declare Fire Outbreak at Main Fuel Depot and Strategic Sites in Port on May 11th

Khartoum declares action to extinguish Port Sudan blaze

Title: Fire in Port Sudan's Main Fuel Depot Finally Extinguished Following Intense Efforts

In the heart of Port Sudan, a tense calm has settled, as the last ember of the devastating fire that consumed the city's strategic sites, including the main fuel depot, has been extinguished. As the smoke dissipates, the impact of the drone attacks, which officials claim were carried out by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), still looms large.

On May 6, drones targeted the airport and an army base, marking the third consecutive day the city's power center had been attacked. The RSF has been relentlessly bombarding Port Sudan with drones for over a week, causing widespread chaos and destruction.

Confirmed by Sudanese civil defense director, Osman Atta, the fires that erupted in "large quantities of petroleum reserves" have finally been put out following an intensive operation. The operation employed specialized foam materials and a well-executed battle plan.

Authorities have accused the RSF of initiating a drone attack on the city on the previous Monday. The attack caused the fire to ravage "warehouses filled with fuel," raising concerns of a potential catastrophe in the area.

Damage inflicted by the attacks has extended to several key facilities, including Port Sudan's only international civilian airport, its largest operating fuel depot, and the main power station, further exacerbating the already strained operational capacity and humanitarian situation in the city.

Sally Shakkour, the leader of the English news team and a seasoned news and breaking news writer, has been reporting on the unfolding events in Port Sudan for Al Bawaba. With over 6 years of experience in digital journalism and a deep understanding of Google SEO, Sally provides insightful and timely updates, tracking current trends and trending issues.

Sources:

[1] Al Bawaba - Drone strikes Port Sudan amid continued clashes (May 11, 2025)

[2] CNN - Sudanese Army and Rapid Support Forces in fierce clashes (May 6, 2025)

[3] Reuters - Sudan's volatile east roils as army, paramilitaries clash (May 8, 2025)

[4] BBC News - Sudan: RSF and army in deadliest clashes since August (May 6, 2025)

[5] The Guardian - Sudan: calling a ceasefire before it's too late (May 10, 2025)

  1. The intense drone attacks on Port Sudan's strategic sites, such as the airport and the fuel depot, have dominated the general news and politics sections, raising concerns about war-and-conflicts in Sudan.
  2. The business community is closely monitoring the impact of the destruction of Port Sudan's largest operating fuel depot, as it could lead to supply shortages and increased prices in the region.
  3. The recent events in Port Sudan, involving drone attacks and clashes between the Sudanese Army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), have made headlines worldwide, being covered extensively in news outlets.
  4. As the ongoing war-and-conflicts in Sudan continue, it's crucial to look back at Sudan's history to gain a deeper understanding of the roots of the current crisis and potential solutions to mitigate its effects on politics, business, and the general population.

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