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VIDEO: Fire Razes Building In Osun

From The Punch · () English

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  • A fire outbreak occurred at the Old Garage area of Osogbo, Osun State, with emergency responders working to contain the blaze.
  • Videos show thick smoke billowing from the affected area, where two filling stations are located nearby.
  • The cause of the fire and any potential casualties remain unknown as of the time of reporting.

A significant fire has broken out in the Old Garage area of Osogbo, Osun State, prompting an urgent response from emergency services. Videos circulating online on Sunday depicted thick smoke rising from the scene, with firefighters actively working to control the blaze.

The fire originated within the Old Garage axis, an area noted to have two filling stations in close proximity. Local platforms urged residents to avoid the vicinity to ensure unobstructed access for emergency teams and called for additional support for the firefighters.

We appreciate the efforts of the officials of Federal Fire Service, Osun State Fire Service, and other emergency responders for not relenting. We hope that the fire will be totally quenched soon.

โ€” Inside OsogboPlatform providing updates on the ongoing fire incident.

Despite the efforts of the Federal Fire Service, Osun State Fire Service, and other emergency responders, the fire was reportedly still ongoing several hours after it was first reported. Officials from the Osun State Command of the Federal Fire Service confirmed the incident, stating that the fire investigative department was present at the scene.

As of the time of filing this report, the cause of the fire remains undetermined, and there has been no official information released regarding any casualties. Motorists have been advised to seek alternative routes to avoid the affected area.

Yes, it is true. The fire investigative department are there.

โ€” Watchroom officialOsun State Command of the Federal Fire Service confirming the incident.
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