A significant fire erupted on Sunday evening at an LC Infra storage facility located in Dharmpura, Noorpur, Bijnor, resulting in the destruction of equipment valued at lakhs of rupees. The company is currently engaged in work under the Jal Jeevan Mission, and the storage unit contained water tanks, pipes, and other materials essential for the project.
Incident Details
Local residents noticed the blaze and promptly alerted the fire department. Firefighters arrived at the scene and managed to bring the fire under control after an extended operation. Preliminary investigations suggest that extreme heat and a possible short circuit may have triggered the fire, although the exact cause remains unconfirmed.
Rising Fire Incidents Due to Summer Heat
Officials have noted an increase in fire incidents attributed to the intense summer temperatures and have advised both institutions and residents to adhere to safety measures. LC Infra project officer Gaurav Singh stated that the precise cause of the fire will be determined following a detailed investigation.
