Fire Guts 12-Room Building In Ilorin, Injure One Person

Kwara State Fire Service on Saturday successfully put out a fire that gutted a 12-room building at Asa Dam road, Ilorin  and rescued one person.

Thos is contained in a statement signed by Mr Hassan Adekunle,  the Head of Department,  Media and Publicity,  Kwara State Fire Service in Ilorin.

On Saturday, April 27, 2024, at approximately 11:36 hours, the Kwara State Fire Service responded to a distress call at No. 14 Afolayan Street, off Asadam Road, Ilorin.

The fire crew swiftly responded to the scene to mitigate the ongoing destruction.

Upon arrival, they found a 12-room building with only one room affected, containing belongings and personal items that were lost to the inferno.

The firefighters showcased their expertise, containing the fire and preventing further damage to adjacent buildings.

Investigations revealed that an 86-year-old occupant, had been cooking and momentarily stepped out to attend to someone.

Upon returning, he discovered his apartment was on fire. In a state of distress, he re-entered the burning apartment, possibly to retrieve belongings, and suffered injuries, including burns to the hair on his head.

The injured man was promptly taken to the nearest hospital to receive treatment for his injuries.

The Director of the Kwara State Fire Service, Prince Falade John, expressed sympathy for the octogenarian’s injuries and emphasized the importance of fire safety awareness, urging the public to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to prevent such incidents.

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