A massive fire erupted at an ice-cream factory located in the Bais Godam Industrial Area of Jaipur in the early hours of Thursday, causing significant alarm among local residents. The incident, which began around 5 am, required an intense seven-hour operation by firefighting teams to finally bring the raging flames under control.
Timeline of the Incident and Firefighting Efforts
The blaze was first detected when thick, dark smoke was seen billowing from the closed two-storey factory building. A vigilant worker standing outside the premises immediately raised the alarm and alerted the nearby Bais Godam fire station. This prompt action triggered a swift emergency response.
Nearly ten fire tenders were rushed to the spot to combat the rapidly spreading fire. Teams of firefighters worked tirelessly, dousing the flames that had engulfed the structure. The operation was complicated by the presence of flammable materials inside the factory.
Narrow Escape from Potential Explosion
Officials reported a critical moment during the firefight when three LPG cylinders stored inside the factory were successfully removed by the responders. This timely action averted a potential major explosion that could have escalated the disaster, causing even greater damage and risk to life.
Fire personnel and workers shuttled continuously as the tenders made multiple rounds, sourcing water and strategically attacking the fire from different angles to contain its spread.
Extensive Damage and Suspected Cause
Despite the relentless efforts of the fire brigade, the factory suffered severe losses. Preliminary assessments indicate that machinery, packaging materials, and finished goods worth several lakhs of rupees were completely gutted in the inferno.
Fire department officials stated that their initial inspection suggests the fire spread with alarming speed through the stored cartons and factory equipment. A short circuit is currently suspected to be the cause of the devastating fire. However, a formal inquiry has been initiated to definitively ascertain the exact origin and circumstances that led to the incident.
The early morning fire not only caused substantial financial damage but also disrupted the industrial calm of the area, leaving a trail of destruction at the manufacturing unit. The investigation will now focus on determining the precise chain of events and any potential safety lapses.
