Fire damages part of six-room bungalow in Ilorin
A fire broke out at a six-room bungalow in the Gaa Akabi area of Ilorin, Kwara State. The blaze, reportedly caused by a power surge, affected two rooms before it was contained by the Kwara State Fire Service. Hassan Hakeem Adekunle, the service's Public Relations Officer, confirmed the swift response prevented further damage. The fire service emphasized the importance of electrical safety and prompt reporting of incidents.
What happened
- A fire affected a six-room bungalow at Danialu Alapata Compound in Ilorin, damaging two rooms.
- The Kwara State Fire Service responded quickly, containing the fire and preventing it from spreading.
- Hassan Hakeem Adekunle stated the fire was caused by a power surge igniting combustible materials.
- Alabi Muhammed, Director of the fire service, advised residents to install surge protectors and avoid overloading electrical systems.
- Recent fires have also been reported in the state, including incidents at Owode Market in Offa, Aata Compound, and Akolapo Plaza.
