Firefighters Attacked While Battling Blaze at Shastri Park Furniture Market in Delhi
Delhi: Fire tenders pelted with stones at Shastri Park furniture market
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A significant fire broke out at the furniture market in Shastri Park, Delhi, late Friday night, leading to public anger when only a few fire tenders initially responded. Firefighters eventually controlled the blaze, which was exacerbated by flammable materials. The cause of the fire is under investigation by Delhi Police.
- 01The fire was classified as a 'Medium' category fire due to the presence of flammable materials like plywood and wooden furniture.
- 02Approximately 25 to 30 fire tenders were dispatched to control the fire after it was declared a 'Major' incident.
- 03Initial firefighting efforts were criticized as inadequate, with only two tenders present at first, prompting locals to throw stones at them.
- 04No casualties have been reported as a result of the fire, which spread rapidly due to the market's commercial density.
- 05A team from the Forensic Science Laboratory has been sent to investigate the scene and assess the damage.
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Late Friday night, a massive fire erupted at the furniture market in Shastri Park, Delhi, leading to significant public unrest as locals expressed anger over the initial firefighting response. Fire officials reported that the blaze spread quickly due to highly flammable materials such as plywood and wooden furniture. The Delhi Fire Service received the fire report at 11:57 PM and initially dispatched a standard response, which included only two fire tenders. As the situation escalated, the fire was classified as a 'Medium' category fire, prompting the dispatch of 25 to 30 fire tenders to control the blaze. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported, and the fire has since been brought under control. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and the Delhi Police will conduct an investigation. A team from the Forensic Science Laboratory is also on-site to assess the damage and gather evidence.
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The fire disrupted local businesses and raised concerns about safety protocols in commercial areas.
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