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Fire Breaks Out at Scrap Shop in Patan Kot During Diwali Night
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 01:01 PM
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A scrap shop on Daki Road in Patan Kot erupted into flames late on Diwali night after a spark from fireworks, causing extensive damage estimated in lakhs.
A scrap shop located on Daki Road in Patan Kot caught fire late on the night of Diwali, according to local authorities. The blaze was reportedly ignited by a spark from fireworks that were being used for the festival celebrations.
Firefighters arrived quickly and managed to contain the flames within a few hours, but the shop suffered severe damage. Early estimates suggest that the loss could amount to several lakhs of rupees, affecting the owner and workers.
The incident has raised concerns about fire safety in small businesses, especially during festive periods when fireworks are common. Local police are investigating the exact cause of the spark and whether any safety protocols were breached.
The community has expressed shock and offered support to the shop owner, who is expected to seek assistance from local relief schemes to recover from the loss.
Firefighters arrived quickly and managed to contain the flames within a few hours, but the shop suffered severe damage. Early estimates suggest that the loss could amount to several lakhs of rupees, affecting the owner and workers.
The incident has raised concerns about fire safety in small businesses, especially during festive periods when fireworks are common. Local police are investigating the exact cause of the spark and whether any safety protocols were breached.
The community has expressed shock and offered support to the shop owner, who is expected to seek assistance from local relief schemes to recover from the loss.