3 families lose homes in separate fire incidents

Three families have lost their homes in separate fire incidents yesterday.

Police say the first incident was reported in Nabekavu, Labasa where the home of a 59-year-old farmer was destroyed in a fire. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained.

They say the second incident was reported at the Naulukaroa Settlement in Valelevu yesterday.

Police add the two bedroom home belonging to a 54-year old woman was destroyed in a fire that is believed to have started from the kitchen.

The third incident reported last night at Kalabu Village, Nasinu, saw a three bedroom home destroyed in a fire that is believed to have started following a dispute between a couple.

Police say as a result, both victims sustained burns, while their three children and a grandchild sustained injuries whilst trying to get to safety.

The man remains admitted at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital while the rest of his family were treated and discharged.

Joint investigations with the National Fire Authority continue into all fire incidents.