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Fire sweeps through portion of Pampanga Public Market in Angeles City
A fire damaged a section of the Pampanga Public Market in Angeles City on Wednesday night, forcing dozens of vendors to evacuate. Firefighters declared the blaze contained early Thursday, though mop-up operations continued.
LSN Philippines ·
ANGELES CITY — A fire ripped through part of the Pampanga Public Market here Wednesday evening, displacing numerous stall operators and destroying merchandise. The Bureau of Fire Protection in Angeles City announced the fire had been contained by early Thursday morning, though firefighting efforts to fully suppress the flames were still underway.
The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation. Initial reports indicate that multiple vendors operating in the affected section lost their stalls and inventory in the incident.
The market, a major commercial hub in the city, serves as a vital trading center for produce, merchandise, and other goods for residents across the region. Fire officials did not immediately provide damage estimates or information on whether any injuries were reported.
Authorities have not announced when normal operations will resume at the affected portion of the market. The Bureau of Fire Protection has urged vendors and the public to exercise caution as investigations continue.