Metro Family of 4 burnt to death, Only One Survived

Bolanle Akanji

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A man, his wife and four year old daughter were burnt to death in their house along Katsina-Ala Street, in Makurdi, Benue State.

According to witnesses, the fire started around 2 a.m and there were shouts of 'help me!' from the house. The neighbours were unable to help much because the flame and smoke were too much and there was only one door.

When the neighbours finally found a way in, the wife and child were burnt beyond recognition and the father choked by the thick smoke.

The only survivor was the son who was immediately rushed to the hospital.

The cause of the fire is believed to be a power surge as it started some minutes after electricity was restored.

The fire service was also blamed for arriving late to the scene.
 
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