Mumbai: One person died and 19 others were injured in a massive fire that broke out in a 23-storey building in Mumbai’s Dahisar area on Sunday. 36 people were rescued safely in this accident, one of whom remains in critical condition. The incident took place in Dahisar East at around 3 pm, when flames started rising on the seventh floor.
As soon as the fire broke out in this multi-storey building in Dahisar East at 3 pm, the locals immediately informed the police and the fire brigade. Seven fire engines immediately reached the spot and started rescue operations. After nearly 3 hours of hard work, the fire was completely brought under control at 6:10 pm. A fire brigade official said, “The fire was brought under control from all sides by 4:30 pm and was completely extinguished at 6:10 pm. Cooling operations are now underway. The fire was confined to the electrical wires and cables from the basement to the fourth floor, and two general electricity meter cabins in the basement were also affected.”
The fire and rescue team rescued 36 people, including women, men and children. Of these, 19 people were admitted to nearby private hospitals. A woman lost her life in this accident. The condition of a 4-year-old boy remains critical at Northern Care Hospital. Apart from this, the condition of a specially abled girl is also critical. Other injured are being treated at Pragati Hospital and Shatabdi Hospital, many of whom are said to be in critical condition.
In the preliminary investigation, the fire brigade found that the cause of the fire was a short circuit generated by a faulty electrical wire in the basement, which spread to the upper floors through the electrical duct. A detailed investigation has been initiated to find out the exact cause of the fire.
The incident shocked the local community, but prompt action by rescue teams and locals helped save many lives. The incident highlights the importance of electrical safety and firefighting measures in buildings.
