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Massive fire engulfs electrical goods godown near Patna Junction, no injuries reported
✍️ timesofindia.indiatimes.com
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 07:46 AM
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A massive blaze erupted at an electrical goods warehouse close to Patna Junction, and fire services contained it without any casualties.
Patna, Bihar – A large fire broke out at an electrical goods godown situated near Patna Junction on Tuesday evening. Witnesses said thick black smoke rose rapidly, prompting nearby residents to alert authorities. The blaze quickly spread across the storage area, which housed a variety of electronic appliances and components.
Fire‑rescue teams arrived within minutes and deployed multiple fire tenders and foam to douse the flames. The operation lasted several hours, after which the fire was brought under control and the remaining hotspots were extinguished. Officials confirmed that there were no injuries or fatalities among workers or by‑standers.
The incident caused significant material loss, though the exact extent has not been disclosed. Police have opened an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to assess compliance with safety norms at the warehouse. The site remains cordoned off while forensic teams collect evidence.
Local authorities have urged businesses storing hazardous or flammable goods to review fire‑safety protocols and ensure that fire‑fighting equipment is readily accessible. The incident underscores the need for stricter enforcement of industrial safety regulations in densely populated urban areas.
Fire‑rescue teams arrived within minutes and deployed multiple fire tenders and foam to douse the flames. The operation lasted several hours, after which the fire was brought under control and the remaining hotspots were extinguished. Officials confirmed that there were no injuries or fatalities among workers or by‑standers.
The incident caused significant material loss, though the exact extent has not been disclosed. Police have opened an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to assess compliance with safety norms at the warehouse. The site remains cordoned off while forensic teams collect evidence.
Local authorities have urged businesses storing hazardous or flammable goods to review fire‑safety protocols and ensure that fire‑fighting equipment is readily accessible. The incident underscores the need for stricter enforcement of industrial safety regulations in densely populated urban areas.