A fire engulfed 16 homes in Sitio Judas Belt, Barangay Babag 2, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, early Monday, January 13, leaving behind massive destruction and unanswered questions.
The fire alarm was received at 3:49 a.m., with firefighters containing the blaze by 5:02 a.m. According to initial reports, 10 houses were completely destroyed, while six sustained partial damage, resulting in property losses exceeding ₱200,000.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire. Initial reports suggest the blaze may have started in the home of either Nilo Maglasang or Enerio Dioso. Dioso, in an interview with Brigada News FM Cebu, denied responsibility, stating that no one was at home during the incident, making it unclear whether the fire began there.
Meanwhile, the City Social Welfare and Development Office has conducted an ocular inspection to coordinate assistance for affected families who lost their homes.
