Worker Injured in Dwarka Building Fire, Separate Blaze Hits Pitampura Hall
A young man sustained leg injuries after jumping from the first floor of a residential building in Dwarka on Saturday. The incident occurred when a fire erupted in a readymade garment godown near Rampal Chowk.
Details of the Dwarka Fire Incident
The injured individual has been identified as Abhishek, a 21-year-old worker at the building. According to the Delhi Fire Service, they received a call about the fire in the godown around 2:10 pm. Firefighters responded promptly, dispatching five fire tenders with approximately 25 personnel to the scene.
The team worked diligently to control the blaze. They managed to douse the fire by 3:45 pm, preventing further damage. Abhishek's injuries resulted from his desperate leap to escape the flames, highlighting the immediate danger posed by the sudden outbreak.
Separate Fire Incident in Pitampura
In a separate occurrence, a fire broke out at a banquet hall in the West Enclave area of northwest Delhi's Pitampura. This incident did not result in any reported injuries, providing some relief amidst the day's fire-related events.
Authorities have not yet released details on the cause or extent of the damage at the Pitampura hall. The simultaneous fires underscore the ongoing challenges faced by fire services in managing multiple emergencies across the city.
Key Points from the Incidents:- A 21-year-old worker, Abhishek, injured his legs after jumping from a building during a Dwarka fire.
- The fire started in a garment godown near Rampal Chowk, prompting a swift DFS response.
- Five fire tenders and 25 firefighters contained the blaze by 3:45 pm.
- A separate fire at a Pitampura banquet hall caused no injuries.
These incidents serve as a reminder of the importance of fire safety measures in residential and commercial areas. The quick action by fire services helped mitigate potential disasters, but the injuries in Dwarka emphasize the risks involved in such emergencies.
