Fire Breaks Out at AYM Shafa Filling Station in Abuja

A fire incident occurred at the AYM Shafa filling station located in the Area 3 district of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, around 10 p.m. on Thursday. As of the time of reporting, the fire was still ongoing.

The cause of the fire has not been determined. Firefighters from the Federal Fire Service, led by National Public Relations Officer Paul Abraham, were deployed to the scene to combat the blaze and prevent it from spreading to adjacent buildings and facilities.

Abraham expressed sympathy for those affected and assured the public that their safety is a priority. He urged residents to remain calm and avoid the area to facilitate emergency operations.

Motorists were advised to use alternative routes to avoid traffic congestion. The Federal Fire Service is committed to managing the incident effectively, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.