There is now confirmation that the fire in Sigatoka Town yesterday afternoon destroyed four shops.
Chief Fire Officer Qionilau Moceitai has confirmed that the fire started from Raveendra’s Restaurant and spread to three other shops before firefighters were able to contain the blaze.
Moceitai says two people were treated for smoke inhalation and there were no other reports of any injuries.
He says that they have begun their investigations to ascertain the cause of the fire.
