A significant fire incident erupted at the government residence of the Additional Deputy Commissioner in Una, Himachal Pradesh, resulting in substantial property damage estimated to be worth lakhs of rupees. The blaze, which broke out on Tuesday, quickly engulfed portions of the official accommodation, destroying valuable assets and creating panic in the area.
Fire Erupts at Government Residence
The fire started unexpectedly at the ADC's government quarters located in Una district. According to preliminary reports, the blaze began in the afternoon hours and rapidly spread through the residential premises. Local authorities were immediately alerted as thick smoke billowed from the building, visible from considerable distances.
Fire department officials confirmed that multiple fire tenders were dispatched to the scene to combat the escalating situation. The emergency response teams worked diligently to bring the flames under control and prevent further spread to adjacent properties. The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation by relevant authorities, though initial assessments suggest it might have originated from an electrical short circuit.
Extensive Damage to Property
The conflagration caused severe damage to the government property, with preliminary estimates suggesting losses running into several lakhs of rupees. The fire completely destroyed household items, furniture, and official documents stored within the residence. No casualties were reported in the incident, though the property suffered extensive structural and content damage.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing flames engulfing multiple rooms of the residence before firefighting crews could contain the blaze. The intensity of the fire required substantial efforts from fire personnel, who battled for hours to completely extinguish the flames and conduct cooling operations to prevent any re-ignition.
Official Response and Investigation
Local administration officials promptly visited the site to assess the damage and coordinate relief measures. The incident has raised concerns about fire safety measures in government residences across the district. Authorities have initiated a thorough investigation to determine the precise cause of the fire and identify any lapses in fire safety protocols.
District administration representatives confirmed that necessary steps are being taken to provide alternative accommodation for the affected official and ensure minimal disruption to administrative functions. The incident serves as a stark reminder for all government and private establishments to regularly review and upgrade their fire safety equipment and emergency response plans.
Fire department officials have emphasized the importance of having functional fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and clearly marked emergency exits in all residential and commercial buildings. They also recommended regular electrical safety audits to prevent such incidents in the future.
