A tragic incident occurred in Lagos on Friday when a fire outbreak gutted shanties at the popular Alaba International Market in the Ojo area of the state, destroying properties worth millions of naira.
The fire incident is yet another reminder of the urgent need for adequate fire prevention measures and the need for quick and efficient emergency response systems in the country.
According to reports, the cause of the fire outbreak is yet to be determined, but it is believed to have started from one of the shanties in the market.
Sadly, mobs reportedly prevented fire emergency responders from accessing the scene to put out the fire, for reasons that are yet unknown.
The Alaba International Market is a major electronics and spare parts trading center in Lagos, known for its large crowds and densely packed stalls. The incident has left traders and shop owners at the market in distress, as their livelihoods have been severely affected.
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, with the support of security agents, are currently making efforts to put out the fire and prevent further damage to properties. However, details on the extent of the damage caused by the fire outbreak are yet to be ascertained.
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