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Fire breaks out on Southern Avenue in Kolkata, fire brigade responds
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 06 Sep 2026, 08:33 AM
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A fire erupted on Southern Avenue in Kolkata, prompting an immediate response from the city’s fire services. The blaze is under investigation.
A fire was reported on Southern Avenue in Kolkata, causing visible flames and smoke in the area. Local residents alerted authorities as the blaze spread across the street.
Firefighters from the Kolkata Fire Brigade arrived promptly and began containment efforts, deploying water hoses and rescue equipment to control the fire.
The incident was brought under control within a few hours, and no injuries have been reported so far. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to assess any property damage.
The fire department has urged the public to remain cautious and cooperate with ongoing inquiries, while nearby businesses and residents were advised to stay clear of the affected zone until it is declared safe.
Firefighters from the Kolkata Fire Brigade arrived promptly and began containment efforts, deploying water hoses and rescue equipment to control the fire.
The incident was brought under control within a few hours, and no injuries have been reported so far. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to assess any property damage.
The fire department has urged the public to remain cautious and cooperate with ongoing inquiries, while nearby businesses and residents were advised to stay clear of the affected zone until it is declared safe.