Fire destroys residential building in Anambra community
A residential building in the Lomu community of Umunze, Anambra State, was severely damaged by a fire. The blaze started in one apartment and quickly spread to other rooms before being contained. Chukwudi Chiketa of the Anambra State Fire Service confirmed the incident and said firefighters responded promptly. No casualties were reported, but several properties were lost in the incident.
What happened
- The fire broke out at about 2 pm on Thursday, 2026, in Lomu Village, Umunze, Orumba South Local Government Area.
- Residents and passers-by attempted to control the fire before firefighters arrived.
- The Anambra State Fire Service received a distress call at 1448 hours and responded quickly.
- Preliminary findings suggest the fire was caused by a power surge linked to an electrical fault.
- The agency advised residents to ensure proper electrical installations and use surge protectors to prevent future incidents.
