Fire breaks out at four-storey commercial building in Gaffar market
The fire, reported at 1.28 a.m., originated in a ground-floor shop where mobile batteries were stored before spreading to all four floors
A fire erupted at a four-story commercial building in Gaffar Market, Karol Bagh, early Friday morning. The blaze, reported at 1:28 a.m., originated in a ground-floor shop storing mobile batteries. It swiftly spread to all four floors of the structure. Emergency services, including a significant number of fire tenders, ambulances, and patrol cars, were dispatched to the scene.
Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported. Initial investigations indicated that the fire may have been caused by overheating or overcharging of batteries. Further analysis by the Fire Department, Electrical Inspector, and Forensic Science Laboratory will determine the precise cause. A structural safety assessment will also be conducted by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to ensure the building's safety.
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