
Fire Breaks Out in J&K’s Banihal, Rescue Ops Underway
A massive fire broke out in a residential house in Chamalwas Shalgadi, Banihal, Jammu and Kashmir, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The Fire and Emergency Services, along with local residents, are working tirelessly to extinguish the flames and contain the damage.
According to reports, the fire was spotted in the wee hours of the morning, with locals and authorities springing into action to douse the blaze. The cause of the fire is currently unknown, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the inferno.
Fortunately, there have been no reported casualties so far, and the residents of the affected house have been evacuated to a safe location. The authorities are assessing the extent of the damage, and the full extent of the destruction is yet to be determined.
The fire is believed to have started in the early hours of the morning, with eyewitnesses reporting seeing flames engulfing the residential house. The local residents, who were awakened by the commotion, rushed to the scene to assist in the rescue efforts.
“We were asleep when we heard the noise and saw the flames. We immediately called the fire department and rushed to the scene to help,” said a local resident, who wished to remain anonymous. “It was a chaotic scene, but we were able to evacuate the residents to safety before the fire spread further.”
The Fire and Emergency Services, along with the local police and civil administration, are working in tandem to contain the fire and ensure the safety of the residents. The authorities have also set up a relief camp for the affected families, where they are providing food, shelter, and other necessary assistance.
The cause of the fire is currently unknown, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the inferno. The authorities are also conducting a thorough investigation to identify the root cause of the fire and to ensure that similar incidents do not occur in the future.
The people of Banihal and surrounding areas have come together to support the affected families, with many locals donating food, clothes, and other essential items to those who have been displaced.
“It’s a tragedy, but we are doing our best to support the affected families,” said a local resident. “We are all in this together, and we will work together to rebuild and recover from this disaster.”
The incident is a sobering reminder of the importance of fire safety and the need for vigilance in preventing such incidents. It is also a testament to the bravery and quick thinking of the local residents who rushed to the scene to assist in the rescue efforts.
As the authorities continue to assess the damage and investigate the cause of the fire, the people of Banihal and surrounding areas are coming together to support the affected families and rebuild their lives.
Source: https://thechenabtimes.com/2025/03/14/fire-breaks-out-in-banihal-village-rescue-operation-underway/