Firecracker Spark Triggers Major Fire at Patna Scrap Shop, Shopkeeper Injured

A scrap shop in Patna was engulfed in a large fire after a spark from a firecracker is suspected to have ignited the premises. The blaze quickly spread through the stacked metal and other combustible materials, causing significant damage to the shop.

The shopkeeper was injured during the incident, though the extent of the injuries has not yet been disclosed. Local authorities responded promptly, arriving at the scene to control the fire and provide medical assistance to the injured.

Fire and police officials are investigating the cause of the spark and whether any safety protocols were breached. The incident has raised concerns about the storage of flammable materials in commercial spaces in the city.