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Fresh fire outbreak hits Balogun Market

Published

5 years ago

January 29, 2020

Popular Lagos market, Balogun market, located on Lagos Island is currently on fire, with some buildings already affected.

The fire outbreak is reported to have started from Anambra Plaza on Martins street in the market and has spread to about six other structures.

Firefighters are currently battling it.

The Director-General of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Femi Oke-Osanyintolu told Channels Television that the fire was caused by fuel stored inappropriately in one of the buildings.

Traders are however in a serious panic as they salvage their goods from the windows of the high-rise buildings and scamper to safety.

Some witnesses shared videos on social media, showing fire billowing from buildings in the crowded market.

Fire outbreak at Balogun market ?‍♂️ pic.twitter.com/CrBlyEQgOE

— Best Baba ?? (@iambestb) January 29, 2020

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