In a heart-pounding incident today around 6:00 p.m., the tranquil neighborhood of Manjri’s Belhekar Vasti was jolted by the deafening explosions of six gas cylinders within an illicit storage facility. Amidst the chaos and thick plumes of smoke, a potentially catastrophic disaster was narrowly averted.
The timely and effective response of the Fire Brigade played a pivotal role in preventing the raging blaze from spreading further. Remarkably, in this harrowing event, no injuries were reported, underscoring the importance of rapid intervention and preparedness.
An investigation has been initiated to uncover the root cause of the explosion and to assess the safety protocols governing the storage of gas cylinders at the facility.