The fast-food restaurant ‘Country Chicken’ at Hope Junction, Alakia, was reportedly engulfed in flames on the evening of August 25th, 2024. The incident drew a large crowd of onlookers, many of whom were seen recording the harrowing scene on their phones. Others attempted to assist in any way they could as the flames spread rapidly through the building.
Eyewitnesses reported that the fire department had been alerted and firefighters were on their way to the scene. Meanwhile, speculations about the cause of the fire began circulating, with many attributing it to an electrical surge. Some concerned individuals were heard urging others to contact the electricity distribution company to cut off power in the area to prevent further damage.
Fortunately, as of the time of this report, no lives have been lost. However, the fire has caused extensive damage to the property, with losses estimated to be worth millions of Naira. The community remains in shock as the investigation into the exact cause of the fire continues.
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