Fire Outbreak Causes Property Damage at Merkato Market in Addis Ababa

A fire broke out in the Merkato market area of Addis Ababa, starting around 7:00 PM local time. The incident specifically affected textile and clothing warehouses located in the section known as "Tasa Tera." Local traders and business owners engaged in intensive efforts for hours to rescue and evacuate their property from the burning structures. Although the blaze was eventually extinguished after several hours, official sources have not yet disclosed the cause of the fire or the full extent of the damage. No detailed official report on casualties or exact financial losses has been issued yet. This incident follows a similar devastating fire that occurred last year in the "Shema Tera" section of Merkato, which resulted in severe property destruction.