A fire outbreak occurred on Wednesday at Shuwaki Market in Gari Local Government Area of Kano State, resulting in the destruction of 529 temporary stalls. The Kano Fire Service received a distress call at 3:25 p.m. from the Gari Fire Station, prompting a swift response to contain the blaze.

According to Alhaji Saminu Abdullahi, the Public Relations Officer of the Kano Fire Service, firefighters were quickly dispatched to the scene to quench the fire and prevent it from spreading to other parts of the market. The service reported that out of over 1,000 temporary stalls in the market, 529 were completely razed to the ground. Fortunately, no lives were lost in the incident.

The cause of the fire outbreak has been attributed to the carelessness of some individuals residing within the market premises, who were reportedly under the influence of alcohol. The Kano Fire Service has advised residents to exercise caution when handling fire and flammable materials to prevent similar incidents.

The Shuwaki Market fire incident highlights the importance of fire safety and the need for precautions to be taken in crowded market areas. The Kano Fire Service has demonstrated its preparedness and responsiveness in containing the blaze, minimizing damage and potential loss of life.

The incident serves as a reminder for market stakeholders and residents to prioritize fire safety and take measures to prevent such occurrences in the future. As the investigation into the incident continues, the Kano Fire Service has reiterated its commitment to promoting fire safety awareness and preventing similar incidents from occurring.