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Fire Breaks Out in Chimney of Imperial Hotel, Rajkot; Firefighters Contain Blaze
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 07:07 AM
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A fire erupted in the chimney of the Imperial Hotel in Rajkot and was swiftly brought under control by fire crews, averting a larger disaster despite the presence of substantial stock on the premises.
Earlier today, a blaze ignited in the chimney of the Imperial Hotel in Rajkot, Gujarat. The fire was first reported by hotel staff who noticed thick smoke billowing from the rooftop structure.
Firefighters from the Rajkot Fire Service arrived within minutes and deployed hoses and extinguishing agents to douse the flames. Their rapid intervention prevented the fire from spreading to the hotel's extensive storage area, which held a large stock of goods and supplies.
Preliminary reports indicate that there were no injuries or fatalities, and the hotel management confirmed that the building's structural integrity remained intact. Authorities have begun a safety inspection to determine the cause of the chimney fire and to ensure compliance with fire‑prevention regulations.
The incident underscores the importance of regular maintenance of hotel infrastructure, especially in commercial establishments that house significant inventories. The fire department has urged similar establishments to review their fire safety protocols to avoid comparable emergencies.
Firefighters from the Rajkot Fire Service arrived within minutes and deployed hoses and extinguishing agents to douse the flames. Their rapid intervention prevented the fire from spreading to the hotel's extensive storage area, which held a large stock of goods and supplies.
Preliminary reports indicate that there were no injuries or fatalities, and the hotel management confirmed that the building's structural integrity remained intact. Authorities have begun a safety inspection to determine the cause of the chimney fire and to ensure compliance with fire‑prevention regulations.
The incident underscores the importance of regular maintenance of hotel infrastructure, especially in commercial establishments that house significant inventories. The fire department has urged similar establishments to review their fire safety protocols to avoid comparable emergencies.