Solar Wiring Sparks Fire in Kwara Building, Firefighters Prevent Spread
A room in a residential building in Ilorin, Kwara State, was damaged by fire on Tuesday after a spark from solar wiring reportedly ignited combustible materials inside the room.
According to Punch Newspaper, the incident occurred at No. 38 Oluwalogbon Street, in the Ijooro area of Asa-Dam, Ilorin.
The Kwara State Fire Service said it received a distress call concerning the fire and arrived at the scene at about 4:14 p.m. Firefighters immediately began efforts to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to other sections of the building.
According to the statement, the affected building consisted of approximately three-bedroom flats, with the fire restricted to one of the rooms.
The fire service said its personnel acted quickly to bring the situation under control and successfully stopped the flames from spreading to other parts of the property.
A preliminary assessment by the fire service indicated that the incident was triggered by a spark from the building’s solar wiring. The spark reportedly came into contact with combustible materials in the affected room, resulting in the fire.
The Chief Fire Officer, Alabi Muhammed, praised the firefighters for their prompt response and urged residents to take the safety of their solar and electrical installations seriously.
Muhammed advised property owners to employ qualified professionals when installing solar and electrical systems. He also stressed the importance of repairing faulty or damaged wiring without delay to reduce the risk of fire outbreaks.
The Kwara State Fire Service further encouraged residents to carry out routine maintenance on their solar and electrical installations. The agency noted that the incident demonstrated the potential dangers of improper installation and inadequate maintenance of electrical wiring.
The service reaffirmed its commitment to responding promptly to emergencies and protecting lives and property throughout Kwara State.
