Gangtok: A major fire broke out in the Sisagolai area of Gangtok around noon on Monday, destroying a house. The blaze spread rapidly, but the swift response of the fire brigade prevented further damage.
Eyewitnesses reported that the fire started at approximately 12:00 PM, quickly engulfing the house. Firefighters were alerted and arrived promptly, successfully containing the flames before they could spread to nearby structures.
Fortunately, no casualties were reported in the incident. Sikkim Police’s Director General of Police (DGP), Akshay Sachdeva, confirmed that local police officers from Sadar Police Station, along with fire department personnel, rushed to the scene immediately. Traffic units were deployed to divert vehicles from the affected area, ensuring smooth access for emergency responders.
Preliminary investigations suggest a cylinder blast may have caused the fire. DGP Sachdeva further stated that police, with assistance from local residents, worked swiftly to remove all gas cylinders from the vicinity to avert further danger. However, the exact cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Authorities are continuing to assess the extent of the damage and are providing necessary support to the affected families.
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