Ahmedabad Office Fire: Four Rescued from Sarangpur Cloth Market Blaze
In a dramatic evening incident in Ahmedabad, four persons were successfully rescued after a fire broke out in the office of a wholesale cloth merchant. The blaze occurred on the third floor of Sumel-1 C Block, situated behind the New Cloth Market in the Sarangpur area of the city on Tuesday evening. The Ahmedabad Fire and Emergency Services (AFES) responded promptly to the emergency, deploying multiple teams to the scene.
Swift Fire Department Response
According to fire officials, the control room received an alert about the incident around 6 pm. The fire was reported to have originated in the duct line on the third floor. Immediately, fire teams from the Panchkuva fire station were dispatched to the location. To bolster the operation, additional fire tenders from the Maninagar, Jamalpur, and Shahpur fire stations were also deployed, ensuring a robust and coordinated response.
Rescue Operation and Supervision
Senior fire officials arrived at the site to oversee both firefighting and rescue efforts. During the operation, four individuals who had become trapped inside the building were rescued by fire personnel. Officials confirmed that they were brought down safely without sustaining any injuries, highlighting the effectiveness of the rescue mission.
Fire Brought Under Control
Through the coordinated efforts of multiple fire teams, the blaze was successfully brought under control. Authorities have stated that the situation is now fully under control, and no casualties have been reported. This outcome underscores the preparedness and efficiency of the Ahmedabad Fire and Emergency Services in handling such crises.
Investigation into Cause
Fire officials noted that the exact cause of the fire is not immediately known. However, preliminary investigations suggest a possible short-circuit in an air conditioner or an electrical circuit as the likely origin. Further inquiries are ongoing to determine the precise factors that led to the incident.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety measures in commercial establishments, particularly in densely populated areas like Sarangpur. The quick response and successful rescue operation have been commended by local authorities, emphasizing the critical role of emergency services in urban safety.
