Thane Fire: Massive Blaze Erupts at Chemical Godown in Bhiwandi (Watch Video)

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: June 6, 2024 22:05 IST2024-06-06T22:03:44+5:302024-06-06T22:05:26+5:30

A major fire broke out at a chemical godown on Mankoli Road in Bhiwandi, Thane district, on Thursday evening. ...

Thane Fire: Massive Blaze Erupts at Chemical Godown in Bhiwandi (Watch Video) | Thane Fire: Massive Blaze Erupts at Chemical Godown in Bhiwandi (Watch Video)

File Photo

A major fire broke out at a chemical godown on Mankoli Road in Bhiwandi, Thane district, on Thursday evening. Firefighters are battling the blaze, which is posing challenges due to exploding containers and water scarcity. 

Read Also | Delhi Fire: Massive Blaze Erupts at Three-Story House in Pandav Nagar, One Injured (Watch Video)

Anjur Phata Station Incharge Shailesh Shinde said his fire station received a call about the incident at 5:10 p.m. The fire erupted at Pritesh Complex located in Dapoda village.

"The fire broke out at a chemical godown and the chemical drums are bursting continuously, making it difficult to control the blaze," Shinde said. "We are also facing a shortage of water."

There have been no reports of casualties as of now. Firefighters are working to extinguish the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures.

Open in app