Massive fire engulfs warehouse in western India, firefighters battle flames
by Ekta ChaubeyIn a dramatic incident in western India’s Maharashtra, a massive fire broke out, completely destroying a warehouse while firefighters worked tirelessly to control the blaze.
The incident took place in Bhiwandi city of Thane district on October 5.
Visuals showed thick, black smoke billowing from the warehouse into the atmosphere as flames engulfed the structure, creating a life-threatening and dangerous situation. Even in the early hours of the day, the fire continued to rage, leaving behind a scene of devastation.
According to reports, at least six fire tenders rushed to the scene as soon as they received information about the incident, with efforts underway to douse the flames. The warehouse, located near the Mumbai-Nashik highway, contained a large quantity of hydraulic oil, clothes, plastics, and chemicals, all of which contributed to the intensity of the fire. The entire warehouse was lost in the blaze, with the cause of the fire still under investigation. Fortunately, there were no reports of injuries or casualties.
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