Around 50 residents were safely rescued from a fire in a residential high-rise in Ahmedabad’s Shela area. The incident occurred in flat C-302 on the third floor of the Sky City building near O7 Road at about 7:58 a.m. Flames spread to the upper floor, leading to thick smoke filling multiple levels of the building.
Due to heavy smoke, 40 to 50 residents were initially moved to the terrace as a precautionary measure. They were later brought down safely through the staircase. The building’s in-house fire system functioned well, aiding immediate firefighting efforts before the arrival of fire brigade teams.
The fire was successfully brought under control in time, with no injuries or casualties reported. A total of 18 vehicles were deployed for the operation, including water bowsers, a water tanker, a hydraulic platform, and several first responder vehicles.
Fire crews focused on containing the blaze and ventilating the smoke-filled structure to ensure safe evacuation. A total of 73 personnel, including firemen, drivers, and officers, participated in the operation. The coordinated effort ensured the safe evacuation of residents without any injuries.
Authorities mentioned that the fire originated in a single flat and spread upwards, possibly aided by interior materials. An investigation has been initiated to determine the exact cause of the fire. A detailed assessment of the building’s fire preparedness and safety compliance will be part of the ongoing inquiry.
