Fire outbreak kills 59-year-old sick woman in Kaduna

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Fire outbreak kills 59-year-old sick woman in Kaduna

A fire outbreak has claimed the life of a 59-year-old sick woman and destroyed several houses and properties at 31 Garba Abbas Street in Barnawa, Kaduna.

The fire, which started at 1 pm, broke out while all the residents of the six flats in the vicinity were away at their various places of business. Tragically, the sick woman, who was unable to move from her bed, was trapped and perished in the inferno.

Her husband, Anthony Peter, recounted the harrowing incident, stating that his wife was burned to death because there was no one around to help her escape while he was away.

Mr Peter confirmed that the raging fire completely destroyed the buildings, leaving the residents unable to salvage even a single possession.

The incident has left the victims devastated, both emotionally and financially.

Some of the affected residents, who lost all their household belongings, are appealing to the Kaduna State Government for assistance with shelter and financial support to help them rebuild their lives.