Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service Extinguishes Fire at Lagos University Teaching Hospital
The Ikeja station of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service swiftly responded to a fire outbreak at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) on Thursday.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
The Ikeja station of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service swiftly responded to a fire outbreak at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) on Thursday, effectively containing the blaze and preventing further damage.
Margaret Adeseye, Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, disclosed in a statement that the fire originated in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) room of the institutional hospital, specifically located at the Hematology Clinic of the Pre-Pharmacy block. Thanks to the prompt action from the Ikeja Fire Station, the fire was contained within the room of its origin, mitigating the risk of spreading to other areas within the hospital premises.
The emergency alert was received at 14:22 hours on Thursday, prompting an immediate response from the fire service. Through diligent efforts and swift action, responders successfully extinguished the fire without any reported casualties.
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An investigation into the cause of the incident has been initiated to determine the root cause of the fire outbreak. Ms. Adeseye reiterated the agency's commitment to safeguarding lives and property through proactive fire prevention measures and rapid emergency response protocols.
The timely intervention of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service underscores the importance of efficient emergency response mechanisms in mitigating fire-related incidents and ensuring the safety of hospital staff and patients alike.
