Ancol Management Names Only 3 Lodgings That Burned

The Princess Mermaid Resort in Ancol which burned down should have been renovated a long time ago, but was hampered by the COVID-19 pandemic. (Special)

JAKARTA - Through their official social media accounts, the management of Taman Impian Jaya Ancol explained that only 3 of the 130 cottages at Putri Duyung Resort were burned. His statement was uploaded regarding the fire incident that occurred on Sunday afternoon, August 21.

"Fires hit 3 of the 130 cottage units. There were no casualties in this incident," said Ancol Dreamland Park Management, quoted by Antara, Monday, August 22.

The fire occurred around 17.00 WIB. At that time the fire began to grow until finally the firefighters lowered 20 pump cars to control the "red rooster".

Until now, Ancol still doesn't know the main cause of the fire.

"The cause is unknown and is still under investigation by the authorities," said the management.

Although several "cottages" were burned, the management ensured that operations were currently running as usual.

The area affected by the fire has been isolated so as not to interfere with the operational activities of Putri Duyung Resort.

Previously, there was an explosion just before the fire broke out. This was revealed by one of the visitors who were at the location.

"There was an explosion from the kitchen," said Isye Siahaan as a visitor staying at one of the cottage buildings (Pope 300) at Putri Duyung Resort.

However, until now, the police or the fire department have not determined the cause of the fire.