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The Agency activated its team at 7:49am this morning in response to distress calls concerning a fire outbreak at GTbank, Amuwo Odofin.
Upon arrival at the scene of the incident, information gathered by the LRU Fire Team indicated that the flames observed at the top of the bank building were as result of a power surge from one of the Air-conditioners in the office.
The combined swift response of Agency Fire fighters and the Lagos Fire Service prevented the fire from spreading to other units of the bank and adjourning buildings.
No casualties or fatalities recorded at scene.
Post disaster assessment was conducted to make sure there is no re- ignition of the fire.
Operation concluded.
Dr Olufemi Damilola Oke-Osanyintolu
DG/CEO LASEMA