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Thane 17-Storey Building Fire: 50 Rescued, No Casualties
✍️ Amar Ujala
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 09:47 AM
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A severe fire broke out in a 17‑storey building in Thane, Maharashtra, prompting the rescue of 50 occupants. Authorities report no casualties and used drones to locate missing persons.
A fire broke out in a 17‑storey building in Thane, Maharashtra, forcing a large-scale evacuation of the premises.
Firefighters were able to rescue 50 occupants from the highrise, and officials confirmed that no casualties were reported.
To aid the search for any missing persons, authorities deployed drones over the site, scanning the surrounding area for signs of life.
The Thane fire brigade continues to monitor the scene, and the building remains under investigation to determine the cause of the blaze.
Firefighters were able to rescue 50 occupants from the highrise, and officials confirmed that no casualties were reported.
To aid the search for any missing persons, authorities deployed drones over the site, scanning the surrounding area for signs of life.
The Thane fire brigade continues to monitor the scene, and the building remains under investigation to determine the cause of the blaze.