Srinagar, May 19, KDC: A devastating fire broke out in the main market of Sumbal in North Kashmir’s Bandipora district during the intervening night of Sunday and Monday, reducing at least 12 shops and four residential houses to ashes, officials said.
According to officials, the fire started around midnight, prompting an immediate response from fire and emergency services, police, and local residents. Fire tenders from Sumbal and Naidkhai rushed to the spot and began joint efforts to control the raging flames.
Despite swift action, the fire spread rapidly, forcing authorities to call in additional reinforcements from Safapora and Batwina fire stations. After several hours of intense firefighting, the blaze was finally brought under control.
While the exact cause of the fire remains unknown, officials confirmed that no loss of life or injuries was reported in the incident.
Police have taken cognisance of the matter and initiated an investigation to ascertain the cause of the fire. (KDC)