Fire hits gun factory in Marikina

A firearms manufacturing facility in Marikina City caught fire on Tuesday night.

According to a report on "Saksi" by Katrina Son, the fire at the firearms facility ARMSCOR, located in Barangay Fortune in Marikina City, was raised to the second alarm at around 10 p.m.

The report said explosions were heard as firefighters battled the ongoing blaze.

“All emergency response units are deployed. Nakikipag-coordinate na rin tayo sa company involved para sa anumang assistance na kailangan (We are coordinating with the company involved for any assistance needed),” Marikina Mayor Maan Teodoro said in a statement.

“Our City Social Welfare and Development Office is also on standby to assess the needs of those affected. I am closely monitoring the situation. We will provide updates as soon as available,” she added.

Authorities have yet to release details on the cause of the fire, the extent of the damage, and possible casualties. —Jean Mangaluz/LDF, GMA News