Delhi: On Diwali night, a fire broke out in a high-rise residential building in Noida West, leaving three floors severely damaged and resulting in the tragic loss of a pet dog. The incident occurred at Echo Village 1 in Noida West, where flames quickly spread through multiple floors, causing significant property damage and leaving residents shaken.The blaze is believed to have been caused by firecrackers set off nearby, which ignited parts of the building. A spokesperson from the Noida Fire Department shared that they had been dispatched to manage the flames and prevent further damage to the property.Video:
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Residents mourned the loss of the dog and expressed concern over the risks posed by firecrackers during celebrations. Fire Department Handles 78 Diwali Fire Calls, Two Injured on Bus in Dwarka IncidentDelhi Fire Services (DFS) were kept busy on Diwali evening, receiving at least 78 calls regarding fire incidents across the city between 4 pm and 9 pm, according to an official. Despite the high volume of calls, no major fires were reported.An official from DFS shared, “These calls were received between 4 pm and 9 pm. No major incident was reported from anywhere except two people getting injured in a fire on a bus.” The bus incident occurred in Dwarka’s Chhawala area around 6:30 pm when firecrackers being carried by a passenger accidentally ignited, injuring two people on board. Both were taken to the hospital for treatment.While the majority of the reported incidents were minor, the DFS remained on alert, responding promptly to all calls to ensure public safety during the festivities.You may also like
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