02 Aug 2024 | 02:06 AM UTC
Philippines: Multiple people reported trapped in building fire on Carvajal Street in Binondo, Manila, as of the morning of Aug. 2
Authorities responding to building fire in Binondo, Manila, Philippines, morning of Aug. 2. Casualties likely. Avoid the area.
Firefighters are responding to a commercial building fire on Carvajal Street in Binondo, Metro Manila, as of the morning of Aug. 2; multiple people are reported trapped in the building. The cause of the fire remains unclear. Emerging reports indicate several casualties. Officials are likely to provide updates over the coming hours.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the affected area in the coming hours. Authorities will likely 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.
