The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has reported no casualty as firefighters stopped an outbreak in Lagos Island.
According to a statement signed by Director of the State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, the incident occurred in the early hours of Friday.
“On August 16th, 2024, at 05:17 hours, the State Fire and Rescue Service received a distress call regarding a fire outbreak at Sanni Adewale Street, located in the Lagos Island Local Government Area (LGA).
“The fire affected several shops within a 7-storey building. Firefighters from the Ebute Elefun, Sari, and Lekki 1 stations promptly responded, arriving at the scene by 05:33 hours.
“Thanks to the swift actions of the Lagos State Firefighters, the situation is now under control.”
Adeseye said ventilation efforts are currently ongoing in ensuring the safety of all in the area.
She said preliminary investigations suggest that the fire was triggered by an electrical surge.
“Fortunately, no casualties have been reported,” the State Firefighters director stated.
