A warehouse caught on fire in Lahore Road today (May 4). 

A passerby rushed to contact the owner of the building after seeing smoke and flames. 

The owner then immediately contacted Alfred Duma Local Municipality fire-fighters and Public Safety, who responded to the scene.

Luckily it was only a small fire, so they were able to quickly contain the blaze.

Not much damage was done; only a sofa was destroyed. 

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The warehouse owner, who wishes to remain anonymous, would like to thank the fire-fighters and Public Safety for their fast response.  

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