New Delhi, May 23: A surge in fire incidents has been reported in New Delhi as the city grapples with extreme heat. On Friday evening, a fierce blaze broke out in a pile of garbage near the railway tracks in the Vivek Vihar area of East Delhi. The fire quickly escalated, sending thick black smoke billowing across the neighborhood.
The flames spread rapidly due to the presence of plastic and other flammable materials in the garbage. This created panic among local residents, while train passengers traveling on nearby railway lines faced significant difficulties. Many reported that smoke infiltrated the train compartments, making it hard to breathe. Passengers struggled to complete their journeys with windows closed to block the smoke.
Witnesses noted that around 6 PM, smoke was seen rising from the garbage pile along the railway tracks. Within minutes, the fire intensified, and smoke became visible from a distance. The blaze was so severe that it filled nearby homes and streets with smoke.
Upon receiving reports of the incident, the fire department was alerted. They received a call at 6:09 PM and dispatched fire engines to the scene immediately. Three fire tenders and two water tankers arrived to combat the flames. Firefighters worked diligently to bring the fire under control. The fire department remained on-site late into the evening to ensure the fire was completely extinguished.
Fire officer Mahesh Kumar stated, “We received reports of a fire in the garbage near the railway tracks. Our three water tankers and two tenders arrived, and the fire has been brought under control.”
Rajkumar Tiwari, who called the fire department, mentioned that the exact cause of the fire remains unclear.
Local resident Parvinder Singh shared, “Smoke filled my home. When I stepped outside, I realized there was a massive fire. Later, I learned it was in the garbage pile.”
Residents believe that the increasing heat in New Delhi and the accumulation of garbage in open areas are significant contributors to such incidents. Rising temperatures have led to more frequent fires in combustible waste, posing a threat to public safety. Investigations into the precise causes of the fire are currently underway.
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