Dramatic visuals captured the intense rescue, showcasing the bravery of the fire personnel as they carefully extracted the woman and child from the perilous situation. The fire originated from a chemical godown situated on the first floor of the building, triggering a massive blaze that quickly spread. Upon receiving the distressing information, fire tenders were promptly dispatched to the scene, where they worked tirelessly to bring the inferno under control.
#WATCH | Daring rescue of a child and woman amid massive fire in a storage godown located in an apartment complex in Bazarghat, Nampally of Hyderabad pic.twitter.com/Z2F1JAL8wa
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The identities of the victims and the extent of the injuries sustained by the survivors remain under investigation. The authorities are diligently assessing the cause of the fire and any potential safety lapses.
“The storage of chemicals in the building might have been done illegally…Chemicals were stored in the stilt area of the building, and the fire was caused due to these chemicals. A total of 21 people were rescued, of which 6 people died, injured under treatment. All persons have been rescued from the apartment building,” said Nagi Reddy, Director General, of Fire Services.
#WATCH | Six people have died in a fire at a godown located in an apartment complex in Bazarghat, Nampally of Hyderabad, says DCP Venkateshwar Rao Central Zone. pic.twitter.com/sXepmTPB2f
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Meanwhile, Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR) has expressed grief over the incident and instructed the authorities to provide strong relief measures.
“Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao expressed deep shock over the fire incident at Nampally Bazaar Ghat. Condolences were expressed to the families of the deceased. CM Shri KCR has ordered the officials to immediately take strong relief measures. The authorities have been advised to provide better medical care to the seriously injured and to be vigilant and take appropriate measures,” said the BRS party quoting CM KCR.
This unfortunate incident underscores the crucial role of emergency response teams in mitigating the impact of such calamities. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time.
