On the morning of this Holy Thursday, the city of Pereira was shaken by another fire in a popular area, generating concern among local residents. The flames originated in a warehouse located in the Matecaña neighborhood and spread quickly, reaching some nearby homes.
Fortunately, the quick response of volunteer firefighters prevented a major tragedy. With courage and professionalism, emergency teams were deployed to the scene and managed to contain the fire, preventing it from spreading to more homes and causing further damage.
The columns of smoke, resulting from the fire, were visible from nearby areas, especially from the airport, which is adjacent to the Matecaña neighborhood. This event generated alarm among passersby and residents of the area, who watched the development of the events with concern.
Until now, the causes that caused the conflagration and the material losses that the flames left in their wake are unknown. Local authorities have initiated the relevant investigations to clarify the reasons behind this incident and determine the extent of the material damage.
It is expected that more details about this unfortunate event will be obtained in the coming hours. This story is developing and we will provide updates as new information becomes available.
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