TWO dwelling houses located at Lot 263, Block 22, Wismar, Linden, were recently destroyed by a fire of unknown origin.

Firefighters from the Wismar Fire Station responded promptly and, upon arrival, found both homes already engulfed in flames.

A coordinated firefighting operation took effect and successfully contained the blaze, preventing the fire from spreading further.

Despite their efforts however, both houses were completely destroyed.

The cause of the fire and the circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation.