A major fire scare was averted at Aldona Market early on Wednesday after alert locals noticed smoke billowing from the roof of a shop and immediately informed the Fire and Emergency Services.
Before firefighters reached the scene, a local resident entered the shop and discovered that a main electrical wire had caught fire. The flames were quickly extinguished, preventing the blaze from spreading.
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Fire and Emergency Services personnel later arrived at the market, secured the area and ensured that the fire was completely brought under control, averting any further danger.
No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident. Authorities are yet to assess the extent of the damage, if any, caused by the fire. Investigations into the cause of the electrical fire are expected to follow.
