A fast-food restaurant in Delhi recently caught fire. The restaurant was located in the INA market area. Firefighters rushed to the spot to douse the fire and were successful in their attempt. Though there were no deaths that were reported, the fire did end up injuring a total of six people. Here are all of the other important details that you would need to know about this particular tragic incident.
Fire At A Fast-Food Restaurant In Delhi Injured Six People
#WATCH | Delhi: Fire broke out at a fast food restaurant in INA market. 8 fire tenders at the spot. Parts of the roof of the restaurant have collapsed. 4 to 6 people have been injured: Delhi Fire service pic.twitter.com/glnFOXqg60
— ANI (@ANI) July 28, 2024
According to an article which was recently published by Zee News, the fire broke out in the wee hours of Monday, 29 July 2024. If reports are to go by, part of the roof of the restaurant caved in because of the fire. As many as eight firefighting vehicles reached the spot to douse the fire.
They were successful in their attempts; however, around six people were injured. As per an official cited in the article, the fire department received the call at around 3:20 AM. The official also said that a major disaster was averted.
This is because the restaurant stored commercial gas cylinders. The number of gas cylinders stored here was higher than officially permitted. If the fire had caught the cylinders, it would have led to a huge tragedy. A video shared by ANI shows the firefighters putting out the last of the fire.
The Cause Of The Fire Is Not Yet Known
The exact cause of the fire is not yet known. This tragedy serves as a grim reminder to all about complying with fire safety standards. Having a fire extinguisher on the premises is crucial especially if there is a restaurant.
The prompt response by the fire department and their successful attempt is dousing it is a testament to their bravery and their commitment to safety. A few months ago, a children’s hospital in Delhi caught fire and ended up claiming the lives of many infants.
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