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Fire hits Cogon Public Market in Tagbilaran

A fire destroyed a building at the Cogon public market in Tagbilaran City, Bohol on Wednesday afternoon, July 10.

At least 80 stalls inside a building of the market were destroyed in the fire, according to acting City fire marshal Marlyn Macatangay.

The blaze started at around 1 pm, officials said.

Cogon Public Market is a popular landmark in Bohol’s capital.

According to vendors, the fire originated at the second floor of a store which sold bananas and jackfruits located in the dry goods section of the market.

Firefighters were able to put the fire under control at around 1:50 p.m.

No casualties have been reported.

Authorities have yet to determine what caused the blaze.

Staff Report

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