A massive fire broke out in a warehouse located in the Rangpuri area of South West Delhi on Thursday morning. The Delhi Fire Services (DFS) received a call regarding the blaze at 10:10 AM, prompting an immediate response from the authorities. The warehouse belonged to a cargo and freight forwarding company that stores goods for domestic and international distribution. Fortunately, no injuries or loss of life have been reported in this incident as the facility was closed at the time.
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Fire Brought Under Control by DFS
Upon receiving the distress call, the fire department rushed nine fire tenders to the spot near the airport. Firefighters worked hard to bring the situation under control. Officials have confirmed that the fire has been doused, and cooling operations are currently underway to ensure there is no reignition. The prompt action by the Delhi Fire Services helped prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures in this industrial cluster.
Suspected Cause and Investigation
Personnel from the Vasant Kunj (South) Police Station have started an investigation into the matter. According to warehouse employees, the facility was closed due to Holi celebrations, which likely prevented human casualties. Initial reports suggest that a short circuit might have triggered the fire, destroying goods worth crores of rupees. This incident adds to the safety concerns in the city, as authorities continue to monitor fire safety compliance across Delhi.