In the early hours of August 19, a devastating fire shook the María Auxiliadora neighborhood in Tumaco, leaving five homes completely destroyed.
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Five houses destroyed and three more affected by a serious fire in Tumaco. The man accused of causing the emergency had argued with his partner hours earlier and decided to set fire to the house.
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A large fire occurred in the María Auxiliadora neighborhood in the early hours of Monday in Tumaco. Apparently, a man, after an altercation with his partner, set fire to a house, which caused the conflagration that resulted in five houses completely destroyed and another 3 partially damaged.
Authorities and risk management bodies are currently conducting investigations to clarify the facts.
The mayor of Tumaco, Félix Henao, visited the scene, assessing the situation first-hand and providing immediate support to the affected families.
Police responded to the call at 1:40 a.m., at which time six firefighting units immediately mobilized to the scene, deploying two fire extinguishing machines to control the flames and prevent the fire from spreading further.
The district administration has expressed its deep regret for this tragic incident and has reiterated its commitment to offer all necessary assistance to help families overcome these difficult times.
Community support
Local authorities and risk management agencies are conducting investigations to clarify the cause of the fire and determine the full extent of the damage.
The community of the María Auxiliadora neighborhood also played a crucial role, actively collaborating in the emergency efforts to contain the fire. Despite the efforts, the material losses are significant, leaving several families homeless.
