17-anyos na babaeng PWD, patay matapos hindi makalabas sa nasusunog na bahay

- A 17-year-old girl with physical disability died after being unable to escape their burning house

- The tragic fire incident happened inside the victim's house in Iba Oeste, Calumpit, Bulacan, evening last Thursday

- In a report by GMA 7's 'Balitanghali' courtesy of GMA Regional TV, the victim's aunt said she was doing the laundry when she noticed that the extension cord connected to her niece's house caught fire

- The fire reportedly spread very quick that was why they weren't able to save their niece who was a PWD

A 17-year-old girl with physical disability died after she was unable to escape their burning house.

The tragic fire incident happened inside the victim's house in Iba Oeste, Calumpit, Bulacan, on Thursday evening.

In a report by GMA 7's 'Balitanghali' courtesy of GMA Regional TV, the victim's aunt said she was doing the laundry when she noticed that the extension cord connected to her niece's house caught fire.

The fire reportedly spread very quickly, which is why they weren’t able to save their niece who was a PWD.

According to the initial investigations, the victim was reported alone inside their home because her parents were at work.

The Bureau of Fire Protection is still investigating what caused the fire.

In the Philippines, if a minor with a physical disability (PWD) dies in a fire because she was left alone at home, the parents or guardians may be held responsible depending on the circumstances.

Under Philippine law, parents and guardians have the duty to ensure the safety and proper care of minors, especially those with disabilities who may not be able to protect themselves during emergencies.

If it is found that the child was left unattended without proper supervision or safety measures, authorities may consider this as negligence.

This can lead to legal consequences, such as a child neglect case under the Child and Youth Welfare Code or even civil liability for failing to exercise proper care and attention.

Watch the report in the video below:

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Source: KAMI.com.gh