Massive fire breaks out in sports factory warehouse in Jalandhar, people safely evacuated

Update: 2025-01-29 08:29 GMT

Jalandhar (The Uttam Hindu): A massive fire broke out early on Monday morning at a sports factory warehouse in Jalandhar, causing widespread panic in the surrounding area. The fire quickly engulfed the warehouse, but authorities acted swiftly to evacuate all employees and nearby residents to safety. The local fire department received an emergency call and responded promptly to the scene. A fire department official stated, "The fire was quite severe but we managed to safely evacuate all the people trapped inside the warehouse. Thankfully there were no reports of fatalities or major injuries." The cause of the fire is still unclear but experts suspect that flammable materials stored in the warehouse may have triggered the blaze. The fire department and police have launched an investigation into the incident.

While the incident raised concerns among local residents, they were relieved to hear that no lives were lost. The factory owner and other officials have stated that they will begin rebuilding the damaged warehouse as soon as possible. Jalandhar police maintained control of the situation and enhanced security in the area. Local authorities have requested a detailed report from the factory management and are assessing the extent of the damage. This incident has once again highlighted the importance of safety measures and fire precautions with authorities urging everyone to remain vigilant and follow fire safety protocols.

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