Fire guts Lagos hotel
LASEMA successfully contained a fire outbreak at Purple Crown Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos, with no casualties. The Lagos hotel fire was caused by an electrical f Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-guts-lagos-hotel/
A fire broke out at the Purple Crown Hotel in Lagos, Nigeria, on Saturday morning, but no casualties were reported. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed that the fire was contained and extinguished with the help of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and the Nigeria Police. The incident occurred around 9:52 am on the first floor of the hotel, affecting a single room.
According to LASEMA's Permanent Secretary, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, preliminary investigations suggest the fire may have been caused by an electrical fault in the room. All hotel guests and staff were safely evacuated and a roll call was conducted to ensure everyone's safety. The hotel remains under restriction pending further assessment of structural and electrical integrity.
LASEMA commended the swift and professional response of emergency responders, urging hotel operators to prioritize regular electrical maintenance, fire suppression equipment, and staff training on emergency evacuation procedures.
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