SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 5 (KNO): A massive fire broke out in the early hours of Thursday in the Chattabal area of Srinagar, causing extensive damage to a cluster of closely built residential houses, officials said.
An official told Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that more than 10 residential structures suffered damage in the incident.
“The fire call was received at 6:31 AM, following which fire tenders were dispatched to the spot within a minute,” he said.
On arrival, firefighting teams found three to four houses already engulfed in flames. The blaze intensified after two to three LPG cylinders exploded, causing the fire to spread rapidly to adjoining structures. In all, 8–10 houses were completely gutted, the official added.
He said cooling operations were underway to prevent any re-ignition, while the exact cause of the fire is being ascertained. (KNO)
