A massive fire broke out in a slum near Delhi's Rithala Metro Station late Friday night, gutting several huts. A child was among two people injured. Multiple LPG cylinder blasts intensified the blaze, prompting the deployment of 29 fire tenders.
A massive fire erupted late Friday night in the Bengali Basti slum area near Delhi's Rithala Metro Station, gutting several huts. The blaze, intensified by multiple LPG cylinder explosions, injured two people, including a child. Delhi Fire Services swiftly responded by deploying around 29 fire tenders to the scene.
The fire spread rapidly due to the explosions, complicating efforts to contain it. The injured were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. No fatalities were reported, but the incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in Delhi's densely populated slums, where hazardous fuel sources like LPG cylinders pose significant risks.
Eyewitnesses described the sudden outbreak, with thick smoke enveloping the area. Fire officials took several hours to bring the flames under control. An investigation has been launched to determine the exact cause of the fire.