Panic in Ketu as Fire Engulfs Building on Biola Street
A fire outbreak on Friday razed a building located on Biola Street in the Alapere area of Ketu, Lagos State, triggering panic among residents and business owners in the neighbourhood.
The cause of the fire had yet to be determined as of the time of filing this report, while the extent of damage to the affected property also remained unclear.
An eyewitness said operatives of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service responded swiftly to the distress call and were seen battling the inferno in a bid to prevent it from spreading to adjoining buildings.
Residents gathered around the scene as firefighters worked to contain the blaze, which sent thick smoke into the sky.
No casualty had been confirmed at the time of this report, while officials are expected to provide further details after concluding firefighting and assessment operations.
