Goods worth millions were destroyed when an early morning fire razed four shops in Anambra market.
The incident occurred on Wednesday morning at Nkwo Market, Umunze in Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State.
The inferno, which occurred around 1.20am, was reportedly caused by power surge.
Two days ago, Anambra Commissioner for Spécial Duties, Hon Beverly Ikpeazu -Nkemdiche, had raised the alarm over incessant fire outbreaks in the State in récent time.
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She lamented that 24 of such incidents occurred within one month, advising the public to take proactive measures on how to prevent them
Nkemdiche said nine of such incidents happened in January, while eight took place in February already.
Goods worth millions, including household items and plastic materials were destroyed by the fire, according to eyewitnesses.
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