THE list of fires in traditional markets in Surabaya keeps getting longer. Prior to the Turi Market fire, several traditional markets, such as the Wonokromo and Tambak Rejo Markets, were also burnt down.

The Wonokromo Market, whose name was legend among Surabayans, since May 2005 was transformed into Darmo Trade Center (DTC). The DTC concept combined traditional and modern markets.

Around 3,000 of its old traders are now occupying the second fl