Fire

Defence Club ablaze

Sainiani Boila Multimedia Journalist [email protected]

February 27, 2024 8:47 am

Defence Club

The iconic Defence Club in the heart of Suva is on fire.

The fire is believed to have started just after 8am today at the club, which is one of the oldest properties in the capital.

Fire fighters and Police are at the scene and stay with us for more.

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