A FIRE broke out in Barangay 8-A, Poblacion District, on Aug. 4, 2025, destroying 18 houses and affecting 21 families, or approximately 70 individuals.
Despite the extensive damage, authorities reported no casualties or injuries.
The fire, which involved a residential area spanning approximately 600 square meters, was reported at 12:34 p.m.
Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) XI firefighters responded immediately, declaring a 1st alarm at 12:35 p.m.
Responders included two teams from the BFP, three auxiliary units from Central 911 FAS, and four volunteer groups, including Green DVFB, White FCFF, Barangay 8-A, and Raven.
Firefighters successfully brought the fire under control by 12:54 p.m. and declared “fire out” at 1:33 p.m. The swift response prevented any loss of life, with officials confirming zero casualties, injuries, fatalities, or missing persons.
As of this writing, TIMES is still waiting on an updated report on the cause of the fire and the total cost of the damage of which are still under investigation.
