Fire in Fort Bonifacio Affects Over 200 Residents
A devastating fire in Fort Bonifacio has affected over 200 individuals, impacting 67 families in the residential area. The incident began late Friday night in Barangay Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, disrupting the lives of many local residents.
According to local officials, the fire started around 11:42 p.m. in Zone 1. “As of the 6 a.m. report, a total of 67 families, or 217 individuals, were reported to have been affected by the fire incident in Zone 1,” barangay representatives noted. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) confirmed that one person sustained injuries during the blaze.
Swift Response from Firefighters
The Bureau of Fire Protection deployed 17 personnel and three ambulances to tackle the fire that erupted Friday evening. The first alarm was raised at 11:56 p.m., followed by a second alarm three minutes later. Remarkably, the fire escalated quickly, reaching a third alarm by 12:01 a.m. on Saturday.
Thanks to the rapid response, firefighters brought the fire under control by 1:49 a.m. and fully extinguished it by 2:50 a.m. However, the extent of the damage remains under assessment, with local authorities yet to release detailed information.
Community Impact and Recovery Efforts
The affected families are now facing challenges as they begin to recover from the incident. Local leaders are coordinating relief efforts to provide assistance and support to those displaced by the fire. The community’s resilience shines through as neighbors come together to help each other in this difficult time.
Updates on the fire’s aftermath and ongoing support initiatives will be closely monitored as the situation develops.
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