Malaoro fire investigation to start tomorrow

Investigations into what caused the Friday’s fire that destroyed the Malaoro TST Supermarket in Port Moresby will begin tomorrow.

Fire fighters who were at the scene say it is likely the fire may have started at the top part of the store’s warehouse.

The cause of the fire remains unknown.

One official at the Boroko Fire station said firemen carried out a defensive, which means they remained outside the premises to manage and distinguish the flames.

He told PNG LOOP the top of the warehouse where the fire is believed to have started did not look safe for firemen to access at the time.

No one was hurt and police presence prevented looters from going into the shop.

Barricades have been put around the shop.

NCD Police await preliminary reports from fire investigators before they commence a separate investigation.

Author: 
Joy Kisselpar