A sudden fire erupted in a cotton shanty and destroyed two school buses in Haibowal’s Pavitar Nagar on Tuesday afternoon, causing widespread panic among locals. The blaze, fueled by strong winds, rapidly spread from the slum workshop—where cotton was stored for quilts—to the parked vehicles.
Quick Action by Bystanders
Quick-thinking bystanders managed to move another bus and a car to safety before the flames could engulf them. Fire crews arrived at the scene around 3 p.m. and deployed two fire tenders to bring the inferno under control.
No Casualties Reported
Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported. However, the shanty and its entire inventory of cotton were completely destroyed in the incident. Police and fire officials have launched a joint investigation to determine whether a short circuit or local negligence triggered the initial blaze.
Investigation Underway
Authorities are examining the site for clues. The cause of the fire remains unknown, with officials exploring all possibilities including electrical faults and human error.
