Fire Accident in Kolkata: A huge fire erputed at a warehouse on Ezra Street, close to the busy Lalbazar neighborhood, in Central Kolkata early on Saturday, November 15. Around five in the morning, the fire broke out inside the three-story structure, which was a storage facility for combustible items including auto components. Panic ensued among surrounding homes and employees as dense, black smoke billowed across the busy business district. Fire engines got on the scene quickly, however combating the fire was extremely difficult due to the thick smoke and small roadways.

Cause of the Fire Accident:
According to the reports, the cause of the fire may be because of electrical short circuit. It is also reported that once the situation gets controlled the investigation is going to take place. As per the reports, there is no injuries or fatalities reported so far.

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It is also reported that the area has been blocked off by police and emergency workers, who have advised the public to stay away while rerouting traffic to maintain speedy access for rescue operations. This incident has made most of the people focus on the tighter fire safety compliance in Kolkata’s commercial hubs and highlights the increased risk associated with storing combustible items in dense urban areas.

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