Articles tagged under: Fire

Fire breaks out at Metas Adventist Hospital in Surat

May 06, 2025
Fire breaks out at Metas Adventist Hospital in Surat

Surat: A fire broke out at Metas Adventist Hospital in the Athwalines area of the city today, leading to an emergency evacuation of patients. As soon as the fire was reported, 10 firefighters arrived at the scene and brought the blaze under control. As per the preliminary report, the blaze originated in the hospital’s X-ray department, leading to panic among patients, their relatives, and hospital staff. Fire tenders rushed to the spot after being alerted, and fire brigade teams began oper...Read More

Fire breaks out in Aatrey Orchid flat near Indira Bridge in Ahmedabad; People Jump from Height – Shocking Videos Surface

April 29, 2025

Ahmedabad: Again people had to literally jump from the height of the building as high as fourth and fifth floor due to fire. The latest incident is from Aatrey Orchid flat in Indira Bridge area Thankfully local residents gathered in the compound were holding large cloths and cushions to catch safely those jumping from the top floor. The locals complained that Fire & Emergency Service had not arrived with required equipment. At least two persons jumped from the fifth floor of a building that ...Read More

Fire breaks out at MKC House building in Gandhinagar

April 20, 2025

Gandhinagar: Fire broke out at MKC House in Sargasan area of Gandhinagar today afternoon. The city Fire service declared a Major call and started efforts to douse the fire with the help of at least three fire vehicles. Due to Sunday, noone was present in this office building.  Fire possibly broke out from the first floor and the reason is believed short circuit. Smoke could be seen coming out from the windows of the ground floor in this ground plus three storey office building. The window glass...Read More

Mother and Son Killed in Gyanda Society Ahmedabad AC Gas Cylinder Fire; Negligence Allegations Surface

April 06, 2025
Mother and Son Killed in Gyanda Society Ahmedabad AC Gas Cylinder Fire; Negligence Allegations Surface

Ahmedabad: A tragic fire incident at Gyanda Society near Jivraj Park crossroads in Ahmedabad claimed the lives of a mother and her son on Sunday. The blaze, triggered by exploding AC gas cylinders stored in a residential house, caused panic and extensive damage to surrounding properties and parked vehicles. The fire erupted in a house reportedly storing a large quantity of AC gas cylinders. Multiple blasts followed, rapidly escalating the situation and engulfing the house in flames. The inten...Read More

Fire breaks out under Odhav Bridge, 35 vehicles gutted

March 31, 2025
Fire breaks out under Odhav Bridge, 35 vehicles gutted

Ahmedabad: A fire broke out in vehicles parked under the Odhav Bridge on Ring Road early in the morning. Two fire brigade vehicles immediately reached the spot and brought the fire under control. Upon receiving information about the incident, the police also rushed to the scene. A total of 35 vehicles, including 33 two-wheelers and two cars, were gutted in the fire. Among the burnt vehicles, 22 were detained by the police, while 11 were privately parked. The incident has raised concerns over co...Read More

Massive fire breaks out at KBZ Food factory in Rajkot

March 24, 2025
Massive fire breaks out at KBZ Food factory in Rajkot

Rajkot: A massive fire broke out at the factory of KBZ Food India Private Limited near Nakrawadi village, Rajkot, this morning, triggering panic in the area. The fire started around 9 AM, prompting an immediate response from the fire department. Initially, one fire engine was dispatched, but as the blaze intensified, four more were called in. Over 50 firefighters are currently working to control the fire using water jets. While no casualties have been reported so far, the factory has suffered si...Read More

Sarees Sold by Kilogram in Surat ; It comes to Rs. 17.50 per Saree

March 18, 2025
Sarees Sold by Kilogram in Surat ; It comes to Rs. 17.50 per Saree

Surat: Following a devastating fire at the Shivshakti Market in Surat, merchants are resorting to selling fire and water-damaged sarees by the kilogram, a stark contrast to their usual piece-by-piece sales. The fire, which occurred over two weeks ago, left a trail of destruction and forced traders to face significant financial losses. The Shivshakti Market, home to over 800 shops, saw approximately 300 units escape the direct flames. However, these salvaged sarees suffered extensive damage fr...Read More

Fire breaks out at Atlantis Building in Rajkot; 3 dead

March 14, 2025
Fire breaks out at Atlantis Building in Rajkot; 3 dead

Rajkot: A massive fire broke out on the fifth and sixth floors of the Atlantis Building on 150 Feet Ring Road in the city this morning, trapping more than 30 people inside. The tragic incident claimed the lives of three people, while one injured person is currently undergoing treatment at the civil hospital. It has now come to light that all three deceased were not residents of the building but had come to deliver orders from Swiggy and Blinkit apps. As the fire spread, the fire brigade rescue...Read More

Fire Erupts at Shivshakti Textile Market in Surat; Over 20 Fire Tenders at Scene, One Fatality

February 25, 2025
Fire Erupts at Shivshakti Textile Market in Surat; Over 20 Fire Tenders at Scene, One Fatality

Surat: A fire broke out in the basement of Shivshakti Textile Market, located on Ring Road, leading to chaos and panic since it was market hours and a large number of people were inside. As the fire suddenly erupted, people ran outside to save their lives. It is being learned that the fire started after a blast in the AC compressor. As soon as the fire was reported, 20 to 25 fire department vehicles rushed to the spot and began efforts to control the blaze. However, one person died due to suffo...Read More

NRI woman rescued from outer AC unit after fire erupts in 6th-floor apartment in Surat

January 27, 2025
NRI woman rescued from outer AC unit after fire erupts in 6th-floor apartment in Surat

Surat: A young NRI woman was left stranded on an AC unit outside the window after a fire broke out in a flat on the sixth floor of Priya Apartments in the Nanpura area of the city. She was rescued by the fire department. The incident occurred this morning around 11:30 AM when a short circuit in the washing machine led to an explosion. The fire escalated after coming in contact with wooden cupboards and stacked sheets near the washing machine, causing the flat to fill with smoke. During that tim...Read More