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Fire Breaks Out in Garbage Heap Near Farmer’s Market, Phase-5, Mohali
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 09:01 AM
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A fire erupted in a garbage pile close to the farmer’s market in Phase‑5 of Mohali, prompting a swift response from local fire services.
A blaze ignited in a heap of waste situated near the farmer’s market in Phase‑5 of Mohali, Punjab. The fire was first reported by local residents who noticed thick smoke rising from the garbage pile.
Fire‑fighters from the Mohali fire department arrived on the scene and worked to contain the flames, using water hoses and foam to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures. The response was coordinated with police assistance to manage traffic and ensure public safety.
Preliminary checks indicated no immediate injuries or casualties, and the fire was brought under control within a short period. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to assess any potential violations related to waste management in the area.
Fire‑fighters from the Mohali fire department arrived on the scene and worked to contain the flames, using water hoses and foam to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures. The response was coordinated with police assistance to manage traffic and ensure public safety.
Preliminary checks indicated no immediate injuries or casualties, and the fire was brought under control within a short period. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to assess any potential violations related to waste management in the area.