Another fire razed at least 20 houses in St. John village, Barangay 76-A Davao City on Thursday, March 10. Two days ago, fire razed at least 60 houses in Purok Kasilak, Bucana, one of the blighted communities in the city. (Ace R. Morandante/davaotoday.com)
Urban poor most vulnerable to fire, but inspections cannot be done
Two fires in two successive days in urban poor settlements in Davao City point out to problems in informal settlements in the city that are not subject to inspection.