Large Fire in Tuy Batangas Finally Extinguished
A large fire in Tuy Batangas broke out last Friday morning and was successfully extinguished by Saturday. The blaze started at 11:01 a.m. in Barangay Guinhawa, quickly involving a major storage facility. This large fire in Tuy Batangas spanned an area of approximately 7,500 square meters, primarily affecting the Philippine Fiber Optics Cable Network storage site.
Firefighters responded swiftly, raising the alarm from first to fourth level within two hours. The fire was placed under control by 2:43 p.m. the same day. However, it took until 11:40 a.m. on Saturday for the fire to be completely put out.
Response Efforts and Impact of the Large Fire in Tuy Batangas
Firefighters deployed 20 fire trucks to tackle the blaze. Despite the fire’s size, only two houses were affected, and 14 individuals from two families were displaced. Fortunately, there were no reported casualties or injuries linked to the incident.
Authorities established an incident command post about 100 meters from the fire scene. This ensured coordinated operations and the safety of all personnel involved. A local fire official noted, “The coordinated efforts of the responders ensured that the situation was managed effectively despite the extensive damage. An incident command post was also established 100 meters from the fire scene to facilitate ongoing operations and ensure the safety of all personnel involved.”
Ongoing Investigation Into the Cause
The Bureau of Fire Protection continues to investigate the exact cause of this large fire in Tuy Batangas. While the origin remains unclear, authorities are working diligently to determine what sparked the blaze to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The swift response and teamwork of firefighting units helped minimize damage and prevented loss of life. Residents are now focusing on recovery and rebuilding affected properties.
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