Elderly woman dies in Onitsha residential building fire
A fire broke out at a residential building on Fabikez Street, Omagba Phase 2, in Onitsha North, Anambra State, resulting in the death of a 95-year-old woman who was trapped for several hours. The blaze started in one of the apartments and quickly spread, causing damage worth millions of naira before being brought under control by the Anambra State Fire Service. Residents and passersby also helped to contain the fire. The cause of the fire is still unknown as investigations continue.
What happened
- A 95-year-old woman died after being trapped during a fire at a two-storey building in Onitsha North, Anambra State.
- The fire started in one apartment and spread rapidly to other parts of the building.
- Officials from the Anambra State Fire Service, led by Chukwudi Chiketa, responded to a distress call and managed to control the blaze.
- Residents and passersby assisted in containing the fire before firefighters arrived.
- The Anambra State Fire Service urged residents to be vigilant and promptly report fire emergencies.
