Fire damages Lagos hotel, no casualties reported
A fire outbreak at Purple Crown Hotel in Ikeja was quickly contained by emergency responders, according to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency. Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu stated that the fire affected a room on the first floor, causing significant damage but resulting in no injuries or fatalities. The joint efforts of LASEMA, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, and the police ensured all guests and staff were safely evacuated. Authorities have restricted access to the affected section pending further safety assessments.
What happened
- The fire at Purple Crown Hotel was contained by emergency teams, with no loss of life or injury reported.
- The incident was believed to have been triggered by an electrical fault in a room on the first floor.
- All hotel guests and staff were safely evacuated to a muster point, and a roll call confirmed everyone’s safety.
- The affected part of the hotel remains cordoned off for structural and electrical assessments.
- Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu urged hotel operators to prioritise electrical maintenance and compliance with safety guidelines.
