In a harrowing incident that has raised serious questions about safety protocols, two women found themselves trapped inside a steam chamber at a Noida residential society for over an hour when the door lock suddenly jammed.
The terrifying ordeal unfolded on Tuesday when the women entered the steam facility, only to discover they couldn't exit as the door mechanism failed completely. What was meant to be a relaxing session quickly turned into a fight for survival.
The Desperate Struggle for Freedom
According to eyewitness accounts, the women began pounding on the door and shouting for help as the temperature inside the steam chamber continued to rise. Other residents heard their desperate cries and immediately alerted society security and management.
"The heat was becoming unbearable," one resident reported hearing from the trapped women. "They were screaming for someone to get them out as they felt they were suffocating."
Race Against Time
Society security personnel rushed to the scene but found themselves unable to open the jammed door. As minutes turned into what felt like hours, the situation grew increasingly dire.
Emergency services were summoned, and a team from the local fire department arrived at the scene. Using specialized tools, they worked meticulously to break open the faulty lock without causing injury to the trapped women.
Aftermath and Safety Concerns
After more than 60 minutes of confinement in the intense heat, both women were successfully rescued. They were immediately provided medical attention and are reported to be in stable condition, though understandably shaken by the experience.
This incident has sparked urgent discussions about safety standards in residential society amenities across Noida. Residents are demanding:
- Regular maintenance checks of all facility doors
- Emergency alarm systems in steam rooms and saunas
- Clear safety protocols for such emergencies
- Mandatory safety drills for security staff
The society management has assured residents that a thorough investigation is underway and that all similar facilities will undergo immediate safety inspections.
