Three Dead in Early Sunday Rizal Fire
LUCENA CITY — A devastating fire swept through a home in San Mateo, Rizal, early Sunday morning, July 6, resulting in three fatalities and one injury, sources said. The tragic event shocked local residents in Barangay Ampid, where the victims reportedly lived.
Authorities from Region 4A identified the deceased as Mercy, Maricar, and Ken, all legal adults residing within a subdivision in Barangay Ampid. Another individual named Nelson suffered injuries during the fire, according to local reports.
Fire Incident Details and Response
The exact cause of the fire remains unknown as investigations continue. The blaze ignited at approximately 1:30 a.m. and firefighters managed to declare it extinguished by 2:50 a.m. Firefighters found the three victims’ bodies lying on the floor during the clearing operations.
Officials did not provide details on how the victims perished or their relationships to one another. Meanwhile, the extent of property damage is still being assessed by investigators.
Ongoing Investigation and Community Impact
Authorities are working diligently to uncover the fire’s origin and to prevent similar tragedies in the future. This incident serves as a somber reminder of the dangers fires pose to communities nationwide.
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