A fire incident occurred at the Santoshi Mata Temple in Chembur Camp area in Mumbai, as reported by officials. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in this incident. The fire was quickly extinguished within ten minutes after it started around 2:32 pm, with the help of a fire engine and a water tanker. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
In a separate incident in Pune district of Maharashtra, a fire broke out in a library located in Pune’s Navi Peth area. The fire department was alerted, and four fire brigades along with two water tankers rushed to the scene to put out the blaze. Thankfully, there were no casualties or injuries reported in this incident as well, but the library suffered significant damage, including furniture, computers, and books.
Rajesh Jagtap, Fire Officer at Pune City Fire Department, mentioned that the fire started at 6:30 am and was successfully extinguished by the firefighting team. The exact cause of the fire is still unknown, but it is being investigated. It was noted that pest control was conducted at the library the night before the fire broke out.
These incidents serve as a reminder of the importance of fire safety measures and the swift response of firefighting teams in preventing further damage and ensuring the safety of individuals. It is crucial for public places like temples and libraries to have proper fire safety protocols in place to avoid such incidents in the future. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
