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Fire Damages 22nd‑Floor Flat in Balewadi, Pune
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 11:47 AM
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A fire broke out on the 22nd floor of a residential building in Balewadi, Pune, damaging a flat. Firefighters responded to the scene, and authorities are investigating the cause.
Earlier today, a fire erupted on the 22nd floor of a residential building in the Balewadi suburb of Pune, causing significant damage to a flat on that level. The blaze was reported to local authorities by residents who heard smoke and heard the alarm system activate.
Firefighters from the Pune Municipal Corporation arrived within minutes and worked to contain the flames, which were largely confined to the affected unit. The crew used high‑pressure water streams and foam to extinguish the fire and prevent it from spreading to adjoining apartments.
No injuries or casualties have been reported so far, according to preliminary statements from the fire department. The building’s residents were evacuated to a nearby community center for safety.
Investigators are examining the incident to determine the cause of the fire. They are reviewing CCTV footage from the building and interviewing witnesses. The incident has prompted a review of fire safety protocols in high‑rise residential complexes in the area.
Firefighters from the Pune Municipal Corporation arrived within minutes and worked to contain the flames, which were largely confined to the affected unit. The crew used high‑pressure water streams and foam to extinguish the fire and prevent it from spreading to adjoining apartments.
No injuries or casualties have been reported so far, according to preliminary statements from the fire department. The building’s residents were evacuated to a nearby community center for safety.
Investigators are examining the incident to determine the cause of the fire. They are reviewing CCTV footage from the building and interviewing witnesses. The incident has prompted a review of fire safety protocols in high‑rise residential complexes in the area.