​A MASSIVE fire that tore through a residential area along Cabildo Street in Intramuros was declared out late Wednesday, according to the Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office. ​In a Facebook post Thursday, the office said the blaze started around 5 p.m. Wednesday and reached the fourth alarm. Firefighters suppressed the flames by 11:33 p.m. Barangay 655 Chairman Johnny Yacub told reporters Wednesday that a resident — an ex-convict recently released from prison — deliberately started the fire, allegedly motivated by jealousy. ​“One of the people here started the fire and he was beaten up,” Yacub said in Filipino. “I’m not sure what else happened, because I told them not to hurt him, but villagers ganged up on him.” ​Yacub attributed the incident to a “lover’s quarrel.” The man is currently under investigation for arson and reckless endangerment. ​While there were no immediate reports of fatalities or injuries, the blaze left 532 families homeless, according to the Manila Department of Social Welfare. ​“The Delpan Evacuation Center was also immediately opened to accommodate the families and ensure their temporary shelter and safety,” the city office stated Thursday. ​The Manila city government said Thursday that authorities are conducting clearing operations and assessments to ensure the safety of residents and provide assistance to those affected.