In a tragic incident, three people lost their lives and two others sustained critical injuries in a fire that broke out at a residential building in Delhi's Tughlakabad area on Thursday. The blaze, which reportedly started on the ground floor, was brought under control after a concerted effort by fire tenders and local authorities.
Preliminary Investigation Points to Electrical Short Circuit
According to initial findings, the fire may have been triggered by an electrical short circuit on the ground floor of the building. The exact cause is still under investigation, but officials have indicated that the rapid spread of flames could be attributed to the presence of combustible materials in the vicinity.
Rescue Operations and Casualties
Firefighters rushed to the scene after receiving an emergency call and managed to rescue several residents. However, three individuals were declared dead on arrival at a nearby hospital, while two others are battling for their lives in the intensive care unit. The identities of the victims are yet to be officially released pending family notification.
Response from Authorities
Senior officials from the Delhi Fire Service and local police visited the site to assess the damage and oversee rescue operations. An investigation has been ordered to determine the exact sequence of events and to identify any lapses in safety protocols. The building has been cordoned off for forensic examination.
This incident has once again raised concerns about fire safety measures in residential buildings across the capital. Authorities are urging residents to regularly check electrical wiring and avoid overloading circuits to prevent such tragedies.
