As of nearly 12:00 on July 8, Tan Thoi Hiep ward authorities were still coordinating with Ho Chi Minh City Police to block off the scene, conduct an investigation and investigate the cause of the fire that broke out at a boarding house on Do Muoi Street (old National Highway 1A).
Previously, at around 9am the same day, people discovered a burning smell and a column of black smoke rising tens of meters high from the above-mentioned motel. When approaching, they discovered a fierce fire breaking out from inside, so they shouted and reported it to the authorities.
The Fire Prevention and Fighting and Rescue Police quickly mobilized vehicles, deployed fire extinguishers and controlled the fire, preventing the fire from spreading to the surrounding area.
The fire broke out at rush hour in the morning, causing serious traffic congestion in the area, with vehicles extending for kilometers. Traffic police were present to direct traffic and regulate traffic.
At the scene, many items and assets were burned. The number of rooms burned down was 5 with an area of 50m2. Fortunately, the fire did not cause any human casualties. The authorities are compiling statistics and checking property damage.
