Blaze in Srinagar Destroys 80 Temporary Shelters, Claims Two Lives
A fire in Srinagar has left two dead and destroyed around 80 temporary shelters, highlighting fire safety concerns in the region.
Srinagar, November 4 (Daily Kiran) : A devastating fire in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, has led to the tragic deaths of two scrap collectors and the destruction of approximately 80 temporary shelters. The incident occurred early on November 4 in the Bemina area of the city, where the blaze broke out around 12:23 AM.
Authorities reported that the fire engulfed makeshift structures made of tarpaulin and wood. Additionally, a vacant poultry farm and a tipper were also damaged in the flames. Firefighters from the JVC and Rawalpora fire stations, along with additional support from the Fire and Emergency Services Headquarters in Batmaloo, were called in to control the situation.
Witnesses noted that the fire had already spread throughout the vicinity before emergency services arrived. After extinguishing the flames, rescuers discovered the bodies of the two victims, identified as Mohammad Noor Alam, 27, and Al Amin, 16, both residents of Delhi who worked in scrap collection in the area.
Local officials stated that the bodies were handed over to the police after the completion of forensic procedures. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and authorities have initiated an investigation into the incident.
In recent times, the region has experienced an increase in fire incidents due to dry weather conditions. Officials indicated that between 80% to 95% of these fires are caused by human activities. Common causes include unattended campfires, discarded cigarette butts, yard waste, and agricultural burning that gets out of control. Other contributing factors include sparks from vehicles and fallen power lines.
