By Abidemi Samuel
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A devastating fire incident occurred on Thursday at the Mandate Estate, New Yidi road, Ilorin, Kwara State, nearly consuming a three-bedroom flat. According to eyewitnesses, the fire outbreak was caused by a 9-year-old child who was playing with matches, which ignited a mattress in the house, escalating into a massive blaze.
The Kwara State Fire Service responded promptly to the incident, and their spokesman, Hassan Adekunle, confirmed the details of the fire outbreak in a statement on Friday. The statement read: “The Kwara State Fire Service responded to a fire outbreak on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at No. 52 Mandate Housing Estate, Ilorin, where a three-bedroom flat was nearly destroyed.
“The fire was caused by a 9-year-old child playing with matches, which ignited a mattress and escalated the blaze. We strongly urge the public to prioritize safety at all times, especially as children spend their holiday at home with limited supervision while many parents are at work.”
The fire service emphasized the importance of keeping matches, lighters, and other flammable materials out of children’s reach and educating children on the dangers of playing with fire. As the festive season approaches, the fire service also warned about the dangers of firecrackers, commonly known as ‘bangers’.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of fire safety and the need for parents and guardians to be vigilant in preventing such incidents. The Kwara State Fire Service has urged the public to report any fire incidents promptly and to take necessary precautions to prevent fires from occurring in the first place.
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