A massive fire broke out in a furniture storage godown located in the Industrial Area of Dera Bassi on Thursday, sending plumes of thick black smoke billowing into the sky and triggering a major emergency response.
The inferno, which started in the afternoon hours, quickly engulfed the entire warehouse filled with wooden furniture and flammable materials. Multiple fire tenders were rushed to the spot from nearby areas to combat the rapidly spreading flames.
Firefighting Operations Intensify
Firefighting teams faced significant challenges due to the intensity of the blaze and the highly combustible nature of the stored materials. Thick smoke reduced visibility in the surrounding areas, creating difficulties for both firefighters and local residents.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing flames leaping several feet into the air as the fire consumed the entire structure. The sound of cracking wood and collapsing sections added to the chaos at the scene.
Emergency Response and Safety Measures
- Fire tenders from Dera Bassi and surrounding stations deployed
- Police teams cordoned off the area for public safety
- No immediate reports of casualties or injuries
- Investigation into the cause of fire underway
Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the fire. Preliminary assessments suggest the damage to the property and inventory is substantial, though the exact financial loss is yet to be calculated.
The incident has raised serious concerns about fire safety measures in industrial establishments across the region, with calls for stricter implementation of safety protocols in storage facilities housing flammable materials.
