Fire Breaks Out in Mumbai’s Goregaon West Building
At least six people have died and 40 others have been injured in a level-2 fire that occurred in a seven-storey building in Mumbai’s Goregaon West area. The fire broke out at around 3.05am on Friday in the Jai Bhavani building located on MG Road. The injured have been rushed to HBT Trauma Hospital and Cooper Hospital, with two of them reported to be in critical condition. Fire brigade officials stated that eight fire engines, five jumbo water tankers, one turn table ladder, and an ambulance were deployed to the scene. The fire spread through the ground floor shops and the parked vehicles. Residents were stranded on various floors and the terrace of the building. The fire was finally extinguished by 6am.
Injuries and Response
- At least six people have been killed in the fire.
- 40 others have suffered injuries.
- Two of the injured are in critical condition.
- A total of 31 injured individuals were taken to HBT Trauma Hospital, while 15 were taken to Cooper Hospital.
Cause and Spread of the Fire
The fire started in the Jai Bhavani building located on MG Road in Goregaon. It quickly spread through the ground floor shops and the parked vehicles. The cause of the fire is currently unknown.
Emergency Response
Fire brigade officials immediately dispatched eight fire engines, five jumbo water tankers, one turn table ladder, and an ambulance to the scene. Their prompt action helped contain and extinguish the fire by 6am.
Residents Stranded
Due to the fire, residents of the building were stranded on various floors and the terrace. It is unclear how they were rescued or if there were any casualties among the residents.
Current Condition of the Injured
The health condition of the injured individuals is currently unknown. Further updates are awaited regarding their treatment and recovery.
In conclusion, a level-2 fire broke out in a building in Mumbai’s Goregaon West area, resulting in six deaths and 40 injuries. The fire spread through the ground floor shops and parked vehicles before being extinguished by the fire brigade. The injured have been taken to nearby hospitals for treatment, and their current condition is awaited.
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