The House of Representatives has summoned the Liberia National Fire Service (LNFS), the Liberia National Police (LNP), and the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) to appear before Plenary next Tuesday to provide a comprehensive update on the tragic fire incident that claimed five lives in the Duport Road area.
Plenaryโs decision comes in response to a communication from Montserrado County Electoral District #4 Representative, Hon. Michael Thomas, drawing attention to the devastating November 14, 2025 fire in the Shara Community. The incident resulted in the death of community chairlady Mrs. Deiode Garnette, her children Ms. Judee Garnette and Isaac Garnette, and two grandchildren, Christopher Freeman and Ruth Fleming. May their souls rest in peace.
According to Hon. Thomas, although the LNFS, LNP, and LEC swiftly responded to the scene and initiated investigations into the cause of the fire, none of the institutions have released an official report to the public. This, he said, has fueled ongoing speculation and conflicting accounts surrounding the tragic loss of lives.
โAs the representative of the district where this heartbreaking incident occurred, I have taken a vested interest in ensuring that our constituents receive clarity,โ Hon. Thomas stated. โThe absence of official findings has intensified tensions and confusion within the community.โ
In his communication, Hon. Thomas appealed to the House to invite the three institutions to present their investigation findings to Plenary, to help address public concerns and dispel misinformation.
Given the gravity of the matter, Plenary has agreed and formally summoned the LNFS, LNP, and LEC to appear next Tuesday to provide official reports, as part of the Houseโs oversight responsibility to safeguard the welfare of the Liberian people.
