The Police in Kolkata have confirmed the deaths of three individuals in a significant fire at a warehouse in Anandapur. The fire, which started around 3 am, has led to a search for several missing persons. Firefighters are working with 15 fire engines to control the blaze.
The warehouse, located in Nazirabad, primarily stored dry food items and soft drinks. Unfortunately, the fire spread to two neighboring warehouses, causing extensive damage. Efforts to extinguish the flames have been challenging due to the narrow alley where the warehouse is situated.
State Power Minister Aroop Biswas visited the site to oversee the rescue operation and offer support to the affected families. While the fire is now partially under control, there are still areas burning, requiring ongoing firefighting efforts. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and investigations are underway.
Baruipur Police District Superintendent Shubhendra Kumar confirmed the deaths of three individuals, with concerns that the death toll may rise. Family members of the trapped workers have gathered outside the warehouse, anxiously awaiting updates on their loved ones. The situation remains critical as firefighters continue their work to fully extinguish the fire.
Relatives of the victims shared harrowing accounts of their last communications with the trapped workers. Despite efforts to escape, contact was lost, leaving families distraught. The fire brigade successfully rescued residents from a nearby building but faced challenges in reaching those trapped inside the warehouse.
Fire Minister Sujit Bose disclosed that the fire affected two warehouses, one belonging to a popular momo company and the other to a catering firm. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and striving to bring the fire completely under control.
