Military helicopters join fight against Barrio Lindo market fire

Military helicopters and a contingent of soldiers are being deployed to assist in controlling a significant fire at the Barrio Lindo market. The blaze, which began early Thursday, has been described as uncontrollable.

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We are going to mobilize different support teams with the military garrison in Santa Cruz, to support with the mitigation of the flames and above all to provide security for the families that are looking to save their investments.

Minister of Defense Ernesto Justiniano expressed deep concern from Sucre, where he was attending national foundation day ceremonies. He confirmed that two helicopters and military personnel would join the support teams already working at the scene. "We are going to mobilize different support teams with the military garrison in Santa Cruz to help mitigate the flames and, above all, to provide security for families trying to save their investments," he stated.

Minister of Productive Development Oscar Mario Justiniano emphasized the importance of preventing loss of life and assured that the central government, in coordination with the regional government, is providing support and security to all affected merchants. "Now is not the time to look for culprits; it is necessary to coordinate all institutions and see how to minimize vulnerability during these types of situations," he said.

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Now is not the time to look for culprits; it is necessary to coordinate all institutions and see how to minimize vulnerability during these types of situations.

Officials confirmed the fire started in the market's center around 4 a.m. Military police have been dispatched to secure the area and facilitate the work of firefighters. The focus remains on supporting the merchants and preventing further disaster.

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We know that it originated in the center, that it originated from four in the morning and that the flames are uncontrollable.