A fire broke out in a residential neighborhood in Quezon City on Tuesday, destroying several houses and prompting a rapid response from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP).
The blaze started in the afternoon in Barangay Bagumbayan and quickly spread due to the densely packed structures and strong winds. Firefighters struggled to contain the flames, but they managed to prevent the fire from reaching nearby buildings.
Initial reports indicate no casualties, but an unknown number of families have been displaced. The BFP is investigating the cause of the fire, which is believed to have originated from a faulty electrical connection.
Local authorities have set up an evacuation center for affected residents, and relief operations are underway. The Quezon City government has pledged assistance for those who lost their homes.