Fire struck a residential area in the district of Jaro, Iloilo City on June 30, 2024 that hit 10 houses.
The fire broke out in Barangay Maria Cristina, Jaro at past 4 p.m. The fire was raised to fourth alarm.
The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) declared a fire-out at 5:21 p.m.
As of posting time, the BFP is yet to determine the cause of the fire.
In an initial report of the Iloilo City Social Welfare and Development Office, nine houses were destroyed while one was damaged partially.
At least 19 families or 29 individuals were left homeless. They sought temporary shelter at the barangay hall and health center of Maria Cristina.
