Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, February 21) — At least five people, including four minors were confirmed dead in a fire that razed the Parola Compound in Tondo, Manila late Saturday evening.
Authorities confirmed with CNN Philippines that the fatalities were identified as Jake Loyola, 37, and his children of ages three and eight. Two others, aged 10 and 12, also died in the fire.
The fire reached first alarm at 11:53 p.m Saturday. It reached second alarm at midnight on Sunday and third alarm seven minutes after.
The blaze had reached fourth alarm by 1:49 a.m. and was declared under control at 5:04 a.m. It was put out at 6:11 a.m.
Authorities are still investigating the cause of the incident.
This story will be updated.
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