A fire outbreak triggered by a spark from a high-tension electricity transmission line has destroyed a containerised supermarket along Lubcon Road in the Mandate Area of Ilorin, Kwara State capital.
The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday, left goods and property worth significant value damaged as the supermarket was engulfed by flames before emergency responders arrived.
Confirming the incident, the Public Relations Officer of the Kwara State Fire Service, Hassan Adekunle, disclosed that a distress call was received at about 3:08 a.m., prompting the immediate deployment of firefighters to the scene.
According to Adekunle, preliminary investigations revealed that the fire was likely caused by a spark from a high-tension transmission line positioned directly above the structure. The spark reportedly ignited nearby combustible materials, leading to the rapid spread of the fire.
Despite the intensity of the blaze, firefighters were able to bring the situation under control and prevent the fire from spreading to adjoining shops and properties, thereby averting a larger disaster.
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Reacting to the development, the Director of the Kwara State Fire Service, Alabi Muhammed, warned residents and business owners against erecting structures beneath or close to high-tension power lines.
He emphasized that such locations pose serious safety risks and urged strict compliance with approved building regulations and safety standards to prevent avoidable incidents.
The agency reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and property through prompt emergency response and continuous public awareness on fire prevention.
This latest incident adds to a growing number of fire outbreaks recorded in Ilorin in recent months, raising concerns about safety practices and environmental hazards within the metropolis.
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