A joint investigation is underway following a fire at the Zamzam restaurant in Samabula, with authorities pointing to a possible gas leak as the initial cause.
The Fiji Police Force and the National Fire Authority confirmed they are working together to determine the exact circumstances of the incident.
“While initial information gathered indicates a gas leak, the fire report will confirm the exact cause,” police said in a statement.
Authorities also confirmed that nine people were injured in the fire, with one victim now discharged from hospital.
The Ministry of Health yesterday said two persons were on life support.
Investigations into the incident are continuing.
