Two persons injured in Caloocan residential fire
(Photo courtesy of the Bureau of Fire Protection)
MANILA, Philippines — Two people were injured in a fire that broke out in a residential area in Caloocan City early Wednesday, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) reported.
In its latest update, the BFP said a 49-year-old man sustained a puncture wound on his right foot.
Meanwhile, another 46-year-old man suffered an abrasion on his lower leg.
Authorities did not disclose both of their identities.
The blaze started on Kawal Street, Barangay 28.
It was on the first alarm at 2:31 a.m.
It was raised to a second alarm just six minutes later.
The BFP declared the blaze under control by 5:04 a.m. and completely extinguished by 5:40 a.m.
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Fire authorities have yet to report on the cause of the incident and the estimated cost of damage.
