Liberia: Amid Legislative Saga, Fire Scare at Capitol Building as Thick Smoke Engulfs House Wing

Monrovia – Firefighters from the Liberia National Fire Service and officers of the Liberia National Building Police are currently assessing the Capitol Building after thick smoke engulfed its House Wing.

While the source of the smoke has yet to be identified, firefighters have advised everyone to stay clear of the premises as investigations continue.

Staffers were forced to evacuate after the smoke was detected this evening in the section of the building housing the offices of Deputy Speaker Fonati Koffa and Representative Richard Koon, the self-declared Speaker of the Majority Bloc.

Emergency responders remain on the scene as they work to determine the cause of the incident and ensure the building’s safety.