Bara Taxi Rank Shops on Fire | Joburg Emergency Services Battle Sudden Blaze

City of Joburg Emergency Management Services were urgently deployed to the bustling Bara Taxi Rank after a massive fire erupted, engulfing three shops. The affected businesses, rented by foreign nationals, specialized in electronic appliances and cellphone repairs. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, though the shops suffered extensive damage. While the sudden blaze caused panic in the busy transport hub, the shop owners have stated they do not suspect foul play, suggesting an electrical fault is the most likely cause. Footage captured by Itumeleng English for ANA Studio shows emergency responders working to secure the scene and contain the aftermath. Subscribe to IOL: http://bit.ly/2oHbPBf Join our community and connect with us online! Visit IOL on http://bit.ly/2oa3Ix1 Follow us on Twitter https://bit.ly/2UNpeVH Like us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/2N5fwtf Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/2MXcUO3 IOL is the second-largest South African news source committed to sharing credible news that speaks to the heart of South Africans. Through our stories, we aim to connect people from all walks of life with thought-provoking content created by award-winning journalists from some of the country’s most reputable news titles. Subscribe to IOL for daily video content designed to spark conversation and drive change.