At least five houses were damaged in a fire that broke out on Maria Luisa corner Masbate Streets, Sampaloc, Manila on Wednesday morning, Feb. 7
According to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), the fire started at around 7:30 a.m. before it was raised to the first alarm at 7:46 a.m.
The blaze was put under control at 8:20 a.m. and was extinguished at 9:14 a.m.
Fire volunteers said four of the houses burned were made of wooden materials, while one residential building was partially damaged.
They said electricity was temporarily cut off in the area and will be restored later.
Around eight families were displaced by the fire.
Authorities said they will provide modular tents and hot meals to the affected families.