An intense fire broke out at the Jigjiga market, situated in the capital city of the Somali state in Ethiopia, on Friday evening. The market, which is a central commercial district in the city, was rapidly engulfed by the devastating fire. At the scene, thick plumes of smoke can be seen billowing into the air as local firefighters battle to control the rapidly spreading flames.
The cause of the fire remains a mystery, with local traders currently unable to provide any definitive information on what might have sparked the inferno. Jigjiga, being the capital city of the Somali region, hosts this major market that has unfortunately been caught in this massive fire. Efforts are ongoing to prevent further spread and destruction caused by this disaster.
Local and International Efforts Mobilize to Tackle the Blaze
In an impressive display of national solidarity, Somaliland has dispatched a team of highly equipped firefighters to aid in the efforts to control the blaze. Among the team heading to Jigjiga are the Fire Commander of Somaliland and the Mayor of Hargeisa, as revealed in recently shared footage. Their presence and support are expected to significantly bolster the local efforts in managing this catastrophic event.
Back in Jigjiga, the local response has been swift and coordinated, as emergency prevention teams, security forces, and medical professionals all work in tandem to contain the fire. These teams are working relentlessly to prevent the fire from spreading to other parts of the city. The fire has struck the New Taiwan Market area, a bustling shopping district, creating a critical situation requiring immediate attention.
With the cause of the fire yet to be identified, all attention is currently focused on managing and mitigating the damage caused by the inferno. The severity of the fire in Jigjiga has indeed triggered a full-blown local and national response, as everyone joins hands to bring the situation under control.
Source: bnn
