Thai shop in Vinh city caught fire at noon
(Baonghean.vn) - At noon on October 29, a Thai goods store on Hong Bang Street (Vinh City) suddenly caught fire; many properties were burned down.
Fire broke out at a mixed-use house.Thai goods businessof Ms. Vu Thi Mai Thuong's family, No. 38, Hong Bang Street (Vinh City).
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Fire scene. Photo: Chu Minh |
The fire broke out on the 3rd floor, with an area of about 15 m2, originating from the storage area and then spreading to the front altar room. Because there were many flammable items, the fire quickly flared up fiercely, and smoke billowed out. When the fire was discovered, the homeowner quickly shouted, along with neighbors, moved the property outside and called the fire alarm.
Center 114, Fire Prevention, Fire Fighting and Rescue Police Department - Nghe An Provincial Police received the report,Fire Prevention and Rescue Police Departmentdirected the CC&CNCH Team No. 1 to dispatch 2 fire trucks with nearly 30 officers and soldiers to the scene, coordinating with Vinh City Police to deploy fire fighting teams and spray water to cool down.
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Thai goods store. Photo: Chu Minh |
Authorities quickly approached from many directions to prevent the fire from spreading to other areas and nearby households; and assisted people in moving goods to safety.
After about 15 minutes, the fire was under control.
The fire did not cause any human casualties, but caused considerable property damage. The cause is under investigation.