Charcoal blamed for fire outbreak in Kwara residential area
An early-morning fire damaged a residential building at Tewo-Gbore Street in the Eyenkorin area of Asa Local Government Area, Kwara State. The incident affected both a room-and-parlour self-contained apartment and a two-bedroom flat. Hassan Adekunle, spokesperson for the Kwara State Fire Service, said firefighters responded quickly and prevented the fire from spreading further. Preliminary investigations linked the cause to improperly quenched charcoal stored near the building.
What happened
- The fire started around 12:38 am and damaged parts of a residential building in Eyenkorin, Kwara State.
- Hassan Adekunle confirmed that firefighters' swift response limited the damage and saved an adjoining building.
- Investigations revealed that sacks of charcoal, not fully extinguished, reignited after being exposed to air.
- Alabi Muhammed, Director of the Kwara State Fire Service, warned residents and charcoal handlers about the dangers of improper storage of combustible materials.
- The agency reiterated its commitment to public safety and urged residents to report fire outbreaks promptly.
