Massive blaze engulfs several houses in Fatekadal Srinagar

Srinagar, Oct 21: A massive fire broke out late Monday night at Narparistan area of Fatekadal in Srinagar, damaging multiple residential structures and prompting a large-scale firefighting operation by the Fire and Emergency Services Department.

Officials said the fire tenders from Babdem and the department headquarters were dispatched to the spot to contain the fire.

Given the intensity of the blaze, additional reinforcement was rushed from multiple fire stations including MR Gunj, Habakadal, Safakadal and Rainawari.

Officials added that at least six residential houses were damaged in the fire incident. They said firefighters engaged in dousing the flames amid narrow lanes and congested structures faced a very tough time.

The evacuation of families and the belongings added to the chaos, they said adding that local people and police also played a key role in dousing the flames.

The fire caused significant property loss while dozens of families lost their shelter. Police have taken cognizance while teams of officials have rushed to the spot to assess the damage caused by the blaze. [KNT]