Twin Fires in Gurugram Destroy Over 100 Huts and Factory
Over 100 huts gutted as twin fires rage in factory and slum in Gurugram
Hindustan Times
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Two significant fire incidents occurred in Gurugram, Haryana, with one at a plastic factory in Bajghera and another devastating a slum near Sikanderpur. Over 100 huts were destroyed, but no casualties have been reported. Firefighting efforts continue amid challenges posed by combustible materials and narrow access lanes.
- 01Two separate fires broke out in Gurugram, Haryana, affecting a plastic factory and a slum.
- 02Over 100 huts were destroyed in the slum fire, but no casualties were reported.
- 03Firefighters faced challenges due to the presence of combustible materials and narrow access lanes.
- 04The fire at the factory was intensified by the storage of plastic scrap and thermocol.
- 05Authorities conducted evacuation and relief operations in the affected areas.
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In Gurugram, Haryana, two separate fire incidents occurred within hours, causing significant damage. The first fire erupted around 2 am at a plastic factory-cum-godown in the Bajghera area, where highly combustible materials, including plastic scrap and thermocol, fueled the flames. Fire officials deployed six fire tenders to combat the blaze, which spread rapidly, prompting evacuations in nearby residential areas. Factory workers attempted to extinguish the fire before alerting authorities at 4:20 am. The second fire broke out late Saturday night in a slum cluster near Sikanderpur, destroying over 100 huts. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported, and firefighting teams managed to bring the fire under control. The fire department faced challenges due to narrow access lanes and the presence of small LPG cylinders, which caused explosions and heightened panic among residents. Relief operations are ongoing as authorities assess the damage and provide assistance.
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The fires have displaced many residents in the slum area and disrupted operations at the factory, affecting local livelihoods.
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