A fire broke out early Monday morning at a four-bedroom residence in Ibadan, Nigeria, reportedly caused by an overheated solar panel. The fire, which occurred at No. 1 Happiness Close, Akufo Estate, Elebu, was swiftly contained by the Oyo State Fire Services, preventing further damage to nearby buildings.

Yemi Akinyinka, the General Manager of the Oyo State Fire Services, confirmed the cause of the fire, stating, “The fire was caused by the overheating of a solar panel installed in the building, which ignited nearby combustible materials.”

The agency received a distress call at 1:13 a.m. and immediately deployed a team to the scene. Akinyinka added, “The firemen swiftly swung into action and were able to curtail the fire from spreading to nearby buildings and properties. The fire officers were also able to rescue the family from the building, and no casualty was recorded.”

The incident highlights the potential risks associated with improperly installed or overheating solar panels, urging caution for future installations.