
Fire hits Malolos City Hall roof deck, quickly contained
A fire broke out on the roof deck of Malolos City Hall in Bulacan on October 16, but was quickly extinguished within 17 minutes. No injuries were reported, and damage was minimal, according to the City Information Office.
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