-several families homeless
A devastating fire ravaged an apartment building in North Ruimveldt, Georgetown on Monday afternoon, leaving significant damage in its wake and several families homeless.
The fire, which spread rapidly within minutes, destroyed multiple apartments and affected nearby properties. Stabroek News visited the scene the yesterday morning, where residents recounted the terrifying ordeal.
Paul Grant, a resident and the proprietor of the building, was in his workshop when the fire began. He confirmed that the blaze originated in an apartment previously occupied by his aunt.
