SC TV Juga Menyajikan Informasi Dalam Bentuk Live Report Dan Breaking: An Amazing Escape From The 7th Floor: Fire Erupts in Central Jakarta Office
The Incident Unfolds
On Tuesday, a fire broke out at the PTTON Indonesia office located on Suprapto Street in Central Jakarta, creating a chaotic scene as employees scrambled to escape. The blaze ignited during lunchtime, a period when many staff members were outside, leaving approximately 15 individuals trapped between the third and seventh floors. Eyewitness accounts suggest that the fire spread rapidly, fueled by stored cardboard materials, which exacerbated the situation.
As the flames engulfed the building, thick smoke filled the stairwells, rendering them unusable and cutting off any safe indoor exit routes. The trapped employees faced a dire predicament, with the fire advancing quickly and no immediate rescue access in sight.
A Desperate Escape
In a remarkable display of ingenuity and courage, several employees decided to climb to the roof in search of safety. However, the roof presented its own challenges, as the fire continued to spread. Faced with the imminent threat of the flames, they improvised a makeshift ladder using available materials to facilitate their escape.
One by one, the employees lowered themselves over the edge of the building, gripping the improvised ladder tightly while battling smoke inhalation. Colleagues positioned on lower roofs and nearby bystanders provided support, steadying the ladder as each individual made their descent to safety. This harrowing escape showcased not only the resourcefulness of the trapped employees but also the solidarity among them during a life-threatening crisis.
Emergency Response and Investigation
Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the alarm was raised, initiating evacuation efforts to ensure the safety of all individuals in the building. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of serious injuries among the employees, thanks in part to their quick thinking and teamwork during the escape.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation, with authorities working to determine how it started and whether any safety regulations were violated. This incident raises critical questions about fire safety protocols in urban office buildings, particularly in densely populated areas like Jakarta, where rapid response and effective evacuation plans are vital.
Sources: Dramatis! Detik-Detik Evakuasi 15 Karyawan Terjebak Kebakaran di Gedung 7 Lantai Jakarta | Liputan 6; Liputan6; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MXXBIVv8wM