Planck Vision Systems: Fire in Marikina Warehouse Causes Class Dismissals, $50,000 Damage

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On February 12, 2025, a fire erupted at a warehouse located on Malaya Street, Purok 7, in Marikina. The warehouse, which stored plastic items, quickly became engulfed in thick black smoke, alarming nearby residents and authorities. By 12:00 noon, the smoke became so dense that it forced Miriam College – Loyola Heights Campus to dismiss students from both the Grade School and High School units. Classes were released early as a precautionary measure to protect students from exposure to harmful smoke.

The cause of the fire has not yet been confirmed, but the visible smoke and the scale of the blaze left authorities scrambling to contain the situation. Firefighters arrived at the scene and worked tirelessly to extinguish the flames before they could spread further. Thankfully, the fire was contained to the warehouse, and no injuries were reported.

As of now, the estimated property damage caused by the fire stands at $50,000. The burning of plastic materials in the warehouse could have led to more severe environmental and health impacts due to the toxic fumes released in the process. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the fire, which is still under review.

This tragic incident highlights the importance of early fire detection systems, especially in storage areas containing combustible materials such as plastic. Traditional fire detection systems often rely on smoke or flame detection, which can be too late to prevent destruction and loss of life.

In contrast, Planck Vision TNC thermal imaging cameras can detect heat anomalies long before a fire becomes visible, offering a critical advantage in early fire detection and prevention. With such systems in place, fires like this could be detected in their earliest stages, helping to mitigate damage and save lives.

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