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Fire Breaks Out in North Block Chimney, Six Fire Engines Contain Blaze, No Casualties
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 26 Oct 2026, 12:46 PM
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A fire erupted in the chimney of the North Block roof in Delhi on Monday morning; six fire‑engine units responded and extinguished the blaze without any injuries.
Delhi's North Block witnessed a sudden fire in the chimney atop its roof early Monday, prompting an immediate alarm across the area. Witnesses reported thick smoke rising from the structure, causing a brief panic among nearby staff and commuters.
The Delhi Fire Service dispatched six fire‑engine units to the scene. Crews arrived within minutes, deployed hoses, and worked to suppress the flames. By mid‑morning the fire was fully under control and the blaze was extinguished.
Authorities confirmed that there were no injuries or fatalities. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the fire, and officials said the site would remain under surveillance until the inquiry is complete.
The Delhi Fire Service dispatched six fire‑engine units to the scene. Crews arrived within minutes, deployed hoses, and worked to suppress the flames. By mid‑morning the fire was fully under control and the blaze was extinguished.
Authorities confirmed that there were no injuries or fatalities. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the fire, and officials said the site would remain under surveillance until the inquiry is complete.