Hyderabad: Fire breaks out at firecracker shop
A fire broke out and a loud bang was heard at a firecracker shop in Abid, Hyderabad. Soon the fire became horrific and engulfed the entire building. Fortunately, everyone in the building ran out after the explosion. After receiving the report, the police and fire fighters rushed to the scene. After about three hours of hard work, the fire was brought under control. There is currently no information on any casualties in the incident. However, rescue operations inside the building are still ongoing.
The incident happened on Sunday night. According to Abid police, the incident took place at a firecracker shop called Paras Fire Work Crackers in Hanuman Tekdi. This store is located in a densely populated area. There is an increase in the purchase of firecrackers here ahead of Diwali. Even on a Sunday night, there were many people in the store. At the same time, an explosion and fire broke out inside the store. Fortunately, everyone inside and outside the store ran away and called the police.
Disaster relief work is underway
Subsequently, the police and fire brigade rushed to the scene and launched rescue operations. According to firefighters, the fire was so intense that it was difficult to even enter the store. In this case, firefighters climbed onto a nearby building and began spraying water under pressure. After the fire subsided slightly, firefighters standing outside the store entered the store and brought the fire under control. According to the fire department, with the help of three vehicles, the fire was brought under control after about three hours of hard work.
Several vehicles were also burned
In this incident, not only goods worth hundreds of thousands of rupees in the store were burnt to ashes, but also many vehicles parked outside the store were burnt. According to officials, the damage caused by the accident is estimated to be over Rs 10 Cr. After the accident, the police and fire brigade began investigating the cause of the accident. It is understood that the fire prevention measures in the store are not perfect. Because of this, the fire could not be controlled in time after it broke out.
