The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF)says a fire that broke out at the barracks area of Up Park Camp on Friday night has been extinguished.
According to the JDF, the blaze broke out at approximately 7:41 pm Friday.
The JDF Fire Unit as well as the Rollington Town, Half Way Tree, York Park, Trench Town and Spanish Town Fire Stations responded swiftly and worked collaboratively to contain the blaze, the JDF said in a release.
“The fire has since been successfully extinguished. At this time, the cause of the fire remains undetermined. A formal investigation will commence as soon as the affected area has been declared safe for entry by the relevant authorities,” the JDF stated. “The JDF thanks the responding fire units for their prompt action and will provide further updates as additional information becomes available.”
