"Man Sets Fire to Home Over Wife's Affair, Causing Major Disaster That Destroys 300 Houses"

Extinguished After Six Hours... Two Elderly Victims Die in Hospital
Suspect Assaulted by Residents During Arrest

A major disaster occurred in downtown Manila, Philippines, as a fire-suspected to have been set by a man-spread into a large-scale blaze, destroying hundreds of homes.

According to local media outlets such as the Manila Bulletin and the Philippine Star, a fire broke out on February 25 (local time) in a densely populated residential area of Intramuros, Manila, burning down at least 300 houses.

The fire was first reported at 4:48 p.m. that day. According to the Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO), a first-level alert was issued immediately after the report, and as the flames spread rapidly, the response level was raised to level four by 5:28 p.m. The fire extended to nearby residential areas, and firefighting efforts concluded around 11:30 p.m.

A large fire occurred in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, destroying 300 houses. Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO)

It is reported that at least 300 houses and 523 households were lost in the blaze. Property damage is estimated at about 10 million pesos (approximately 25 million won). There were also casualties: two elderly individuals were transported to the hospital but were already deceased upon arrival. One of the deceased is said to have died due to a nervous breakdown. Fire authorities explained, "Due to the nature of the densely packed residential area, narrow roads made it difficult for equipment to enter."

As a result of the fire, the nearby Bahay Chinoy Museum was temporarily closed for safety inspections. The displaced residents were relocated to the Delpan evacuation center, and local organizations such as San Agustin Church provided relief supplies.

Subsequently, police arrested a male resident of Intramuros, Jovy Roldan (36), on suspicion of setting fire to his own house. The Philippine Bureau of Fire Protection stated, "Due to Jovy Roldan's arson, several shanties along Cabildo Street in Intramuros were also burned down."

Some witnesses testified that Roldan poured gasoline on his house and set it on fire. While the police have not officially announced a specific motive, local residents claim he committed the act out of anger, saying, "His wife cheated on him with another man." Roldan was also assaulted by enraged residents, sustained injuries, and received hospital treatment.

Meanwhile, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno announced that he delivered a total of 7.98 million pesos (about 19.9 million won) in emergency aid to the affected residents. Authorities are continuing to investigate the exact cause of the fire and the total extent of the damage.

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