A fire broke out in a residential area of Carvaja Street Binondo, Manila on Friday, August 2, resulting in the deaths of 11 people who were trapped in the blaze.
According to a report by RH Boy Gonzales, firefighters faced significant challenges in extinguishing the fire, which escalated to a second alarm.
Nory Minete, a local resident, has been distraught and in tears following the tragic death of his wife, who was trapped in the fire.
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Meanwhile, two of the victims were reportedly members of the Philippine Coast Guard.
The fire was declared under control at 10:04 a.m.
The Manila Police District reported that the fire originated on the first floor of a cafeteria.
As of this writing, the cause of the fire remains undetermined, and authorities are still working to confirm the total number of casualties.
