05 Apr 2024 | 08:52 AM UTC
Philippines: Authorities responding to fire at Tomas Mapua Street in Manila afternoon of April 5
Officials responding to fire at Tomas Mapua Street in Manila, Philippines, afternoon of April 5. Transport disruptions likely.
Officials responding to fire at Tomas Mapua Street in Manila in the afternoon of April 5. Initial sources indicate the fire began at 15:20. Authorities raised a secondary alarm at 15:38 and are still trying to control the fire. The nature of the incident and reports of casualties currently remain unclear. Officials are likely to provide updates over the coming hours.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the affected area. Authorities may restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Officials may also mandate building evacuations in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official advisories, including evacuation orders. Heed all official instructions, including evacuation orders.
