GHAZIABAD: A fire broke out in a multi-storey residential building in Ghaziabad's Sahibabad area on Monday evening, prompting a rescue operation in which around 12 trapped residents were safely evacuated, officials said.
Incident Details
The incident took place at Disha Apartment under the Shalimar Garden Police Station area at around 7:30 pm. No casualties were reported. The blaze started in a fourth-floor flat, raising concerns that it could spread to the floor below.
"This evening, at approximately 7:29 pm, the Sahibabad Fire Station received a report of a fire in a fourth-floor flat at Disha Apartment within the jurisdiction of the Shalimar Police Station. There was a risk of the fire spreading to the third floor as well," the official said.
Rescue Operation
Firefighters immediately began rescue operations and shifted residents to the rooftop as a precautionary measure. Four fire tenders were pressed into service to control the flames.
"All residents were safely moved to the rooftop, and fire extinguishing operations were initiated using four fire tenders. The fire was fully contained within about an hour. There were no casualties, and everyone is safe on the terrace," the official added.
Residents expressed relief as the fire was contained quickly, preventing any loss of life or major property damage. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
