A chemical reaction has been identified as the cause of the devastating fire incident at the Sethi Brothers warehouse, according to the Joint Technical Disaster Management Team. Speaking at the Ministry of Information’s regular press briefing in Monrovia on December 9, 2025, the Joint Technical Disaster Management Team Spokesperson, Ansu Dulleh, Executive Director of the National Disaster Management, revealed that the fire explosion at Sethi Brothers’ warehouse was caused by a chemical reaction, which ignited flames that engulfed the factory.
According to him, the fire has caused a significant health hazard for community dwellers, with many exposed to toxic chemicals released during the incident, causing fear in the affected community.
Dulleh emphasized that further investigation will be crucial in identifying the factors that contributed to the chemical reaction that caused the fire. The Joint Technical Team has promised to release the findings of the investigation and provide recommendations for preventing similar incidents in the future. However, community dwellers are advised to take precautions to protect their health and safety, as the joint team is doing everything to put preventive measures in place.
He assured the public that the investigation is ongoing, with the team working to determine the root cause of the incident and identify measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. He noted that the community surrounding the factory is still reeling from the impact, with many residents affected by the fire, which has caused coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, skin irritation, and skin rashes due to the negative impact of the chemicals.
The joint technical disaster management team said they will continue to work closely with the community leadership, government partners, and regulatory bodies to ensure that rehabilitation efforts are prioritized and the safety and recovery of the citizens are ensured. This includes repairing damaged infrastructure, restoring safe conditions for schools and homes, and strengthening community health and sanitation protections.
By Joseph Sirleaf, Contributing Writer
