1 dead in San Andres Bukid, Manila blaze

MANILA, Philippines – One casualty was reported when fire struck a residential area along F. Torres Street corner Espiritu Street in San Andres Bukid, Manila on Friday at around 10:30 a.m., the Bureau of Fire Protection confirmed.

Fire Officer 1 Carla Bais identified the fatality as Roel Camero.

The fire was declared “out” at 11:31 a.m, she added.

A radio dzBB report, quoting Police Colonel Sam Cayabyab said Camero locked himself inside the comfort room after reportedly quarreling with his partner.

The fire reportedly broke out after the fight.

The Manila Fire Arson Investigation Division said further investigation is ongoing.

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