Otweya fire claims one life, destroys 200 homes

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2024-10-05

WALVIS BAY, 05 OCT (NAMPA) – A fire that broke out at Walvis Bay's Otweya informal settlement, formerly known as Twaloloka, claimed the life of an unidentified male who was reportedly burnt beyond recognition.

The fire is said to have occurred in the same area where another fire broke out over three years ago, claiming the life of an infant.

Namibian Police Force (NamPol)'s Community Policing Officer for the Erongo Region, Warrant Officer Tuyen...

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WALVIS BAY, 05 October 2024 - A fire which broke out at Otweya informal settlement formerly known as Twaloloka on Friday night claimed a life of an unidentified male who was reported to have burnt beyond recognition. (Photo: Contributed)

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