Government responds to Fire at Apaiqua Landing Region Seven

Apaiqua Landing, Mazaruni River – The Government of Guyana, under the direction of His Excellency President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, has mobilized an immediate response following a devastating fire at Apaiqua Landing, Region Seven, on the evening of May 8, 2026.
Minister of Natural Resources, Hon. Vickram Bharrat, and Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Oneidge Walrond, are currently on the ground engaging affected residents and assessing the extent of the damage.

Preliminary reports indicate that nine buildings were destroyed, leaving more than twenty persons displaced. The Government extends its deepest sympathies to the families and business owners impacted by this unfortunate incident.
Efforts are underway to provide urgent assistance and support to those affected. Relevant agencies are actively coordinating relief measures while investigations continue to determine the cause of the fire.

The Government remains committed to ensuring that all necessary resources are deployed to assist the affected community during this difficult time.