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Madurai Theatre Inferno: No Casualties Reported
12 Sep
Summary
- A major fire erupted at the old Central Theatre complex in Madurai.
- Fifteen fire tenders were deployed to control the flames.
- No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident.
A significant fire broke out at the historic Central Theatre complex in Madurai, located near the Meenakshi Amman Temple. Thick smoke billowed from the premises as fire and rescue personnel worked to bring the situation under control. Fifteen fire tenders were dispatched to the scene, and a senior fire officer confirmed the fire was contained within the building, preventing its spread to neighboring structures.
Officials reported that there were no casualties or injuries resulting from the incident. The Central Theatre, which has remained closed for screenings since the COVID pandemic, was reportedly being used for storage, including toys and plastic articles. This presence of combustible materials may have contributed to the fire's intensity.
The incident occurred amidst preparations for the temple's consecration, with Yagasala rituals underway. Despite the theatre complex's proximity to the temple's western tower, authorities confirmed the fire remained contained and did not impact the temple area.
