8 April
Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
A sudden fire erupted at the Maggo Chemical factory located on the Gulabgarh-Behra road this afternoon, causing significant damage. Despite efforts by the factory owners and workers to contain the blaze, strong winds fueled its rapid spread within minutes. The timely arrival of the Fire Brigade Karmiya helped in combating the inferno.
Fortunately, no lives were lost in the incident. However, the factory owners have reported substantial economic losses due to the fire. Firefighters battled tirelessly until the flames were fully extinguished. The cause of the fire remains under investigation as authorities assess the extent of the damage.
Local residents expressed relief that no casualties occurred but voiced concerns about the environmental impact of the incident. The community awaits further updates from authorities regarding the aftermath and measures to prevent such incidents in the future.