Fire breaks out at Ogun Free Trade Zone, damages homes
A major fire broke out at the Guangdong Free Trade Zone in Igbesa, Ogun State, spreading quickly from an industrial facility to nearby residential areas. Eyewitnesses reported thick smoke and flames as emergency responders arrived to control the situation. The cause of the fire has not been officially confirmed, though residents suspect a gas explosion at a foam-producing company. Fatai Adefala, Director of the Ogun State Fire Service, stated that firefighting teams have been working for hours to contain the blaze.
What happened
- A large fire erupted at the Guangdong Free Trade Zone, affecting both industrial and residential areas.
- Eyewitness videos showed heavy smoke and flames, with residents evacuating the area.
- Authorities have not confirmed the cause, but residents believe it started with a gas explosion at a foam-producing company.
- Emergency teams, including those led by Fatai Adefala, responded and worked for over three hours to control the fire.
- There are no reports of casualties or injuries, and the extent of property damage is still being assessed.
