ORMOC CITY – A massive fire swept through several commercial establishments in the heart of Ormoc City in the early hours of Sunday, June 2, 2025, damaging multiple businesses and injuring a firefighter, authorities confirmed.
According to a report from the Ormoc City Police Station 1 (OCPS1), the blaze erupted around 12:40 am at the intersection of Mabini, Burgos, Real, and Aviles Streets in Barangay South.
Responding to a call from the City Tactical Operations Center, OCPS1 personnel immediately rushed to the scene. Upon arrival, firefighters from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Ormoc City were already engaged in battling the flames.
Initial investigation suggests that the fire originated at two food establishments—Nicey Burger and Bord’s Karenderya—although the identity of the owner has yet to be confirmed.
The fire quickly spread to adjacent businesses, including TGP Pharmacy, St. Jude Agricultural Supplies, Chooks to Go, Uling Roaster, Ormoc Mercury Hardware, Van’s Clothing Shop, and other nearby stalls.
The BFP declared the fire under control at 2:23 am, and it was fully extinguished by 3:44 am.
No civilian casualties were reported, but one BFP personnel sustained injuries during the firefighting operations.
The cause of the fire and the estimated cost of damage are still under investigation.
(ELVIE ROMAN ROA,ROBERT DEJON)
