A fire of unknown origin yesterday morning gutted the upper flat of Regent Guest House, located on Regent Street, Bourda.
The fire reportedly started around 02.55 hrs at Lot 148 Regent Street. A quick response by the Guyana Fire Service (GFS) prevented the fire from spreading to nearby buildings, which also house businesses.
A total of 12 persons occupied the guest house, situated between Albert and Oronoque Streets. Other businesses are also housed in the building.
