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Panic Jump: Fire Erupts in NW Delhi Factory, Six Injured
13 Sep
Summary
- Fire broke out in a factory manufacturing judo dresses and boxing gloves.
- Six people, including women and children, jumped from a building in panic.
- The blaze was completely extinguished by 15 fire tenders called to the scene.
A fire erupted in a godown-cum-factory in northwest Delhi's Swaroop Nagar on Sunday, causing six people to jump from an adjacent building in panic. The individuals, including women and children, sustained injuries but are reported to be out of danger. The fire affected the ground and first floors of the factory, where judo dresses and boxing gloves were manufactured. Fortunately, the premises were unoccupied when the incident occurred. Emergency services responded swiftly, with 15 fire tenders dispatched to the scene. The fire department managed to completely extinguish the blaze. Investigations into the cause of the fire and the extent of the damage are ongoing. Authorities are also verifying details of those injured. The injured were promptly transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
