In a tragic turn of events, a devastating fire engulfed Sokoto’s Kara Grains Market early Saturday morning, reducing millions of naira worth of grains and properties to ashes. The inferno, which broke out unexpectedly, wreaked havoc on over 50 grinding shops and extended to nearby residential houses, leaving many traders and residents in despair.
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Unfolding Chaos and Financial Loss
The cause of the fire remains undetermined, but its impact is undeniable. The blaze consumed large quantities of food items such as rice, millet, and beans, alongside valuable business equipment and stored goods. Initial assessments peg the damages at over N50 million, with affected traders and residents lamenting the irreplaceable losses.
One victim, Glory Matthew Abba, shared his ordeal, revealing the loss of his grinding machine, valued at N1.8 million. Another victim, Aliyu Achida, disclosed that his house and stored food crops, including rice, millet, and beans, were completely destroyed, amounting to a personal loss of approximately N3 million.
Emergency Response Efforts
In the aftermath of the fire, officials from the Sokoto State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) promptly arrived on the scene. The agencies conducted a joint assessment of the damage, aiming to determine the full extent of the losses and provide support to the victims.
Authorities are calling for enhanced safety measures in markets and residential areas to prevent similar disasters in the future.
The Way Forward
This incident underscores the urgent need for fire prevention strategies in public spaces. Market traders and residents are advocating for the installation of fire safety equipment and improved infrastructure to mitigate such tragedies. The Sokoto community now faces the challenge of rebuilding livelihoods and restoring hope amidst the ashes of destruction.
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