A fire broke out at the Commonwealth Market in Quezon City on Tuesday morning, affecting several stalls and prompting a response from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP). The blaze was reported around 8:30 a.m., with firefighters quickly arriving at the scene to contain the flames.
According to initial reports, the fire started in the dry goods section of the market and spread to adjacent stalls. No casualties have been reported so far, but authorities are still assessing the extent of the damage. The BFP raised the alarm to second alarm before eventually declaring the fire under control by 11 a.m.
As a precautionary measure, the market was temporarily closed to ensure the safety of vendors and shoppers. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire.
"We are thankful that no one was hurt, but many vendors lost their goods," said a local official who requested anonymity.
This incident adds to the list of market fires in Metro Manila, highlighting the need for stricter fire safety measures in public markets.