Fire hits residential area on Arayat Street, Cubao

MANILA, Philippines—A fire hit at least three houses in Cubao, Quezon City on Wednesday afternoon.

Radio reports said the blaze gutted a residential area along Arayat Street‎ in Barangay (village) San Martin de Porres around 1 p.m.

The fire reached fourth alarm, prompting the QC Fire Department to deploy at least three fire trucks.

A radio report said authorities are still searching for a man who went missing while the fire engulfed the rows of houses.

As of 2 p.m., the fire has been contained.

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