Blaze Erupts in Busy Karachi Market
A sudden and intense fire broke out in the famous Lunda Bazaar, located in the city's bustling business center near Lighthouse. The flames quickly spread, resulting in several market stalls being completely burnt to ashes.
Emergency Response in Action
As soon as the information was received, fire brigade vehicles were immediately dispatched to the scene. A spokesperson for the Karachi Metropolitan Municipality (KMC) confirmed that the operation began with 2 fire tenders. Due to the severity of the situation, the response was quickly scaled up. 3 more fire tenders from KMC and Rescue 1122 joined the effort, bringing the total number of vehicles at the scene to 5.
Rescue officials reported that the fire originated from the Lunda stalls near the Lighthouse and rapidly engulfed several clothing stalls. Thanks to the timely action of the firefighting teams, the blaze was successfully brought under control. Officials have stated that the cooling process is now underway to prevent any potential re-ignition.
Aftermath and Investigation
While rescue sources have confirmed there were no casualties in this alarming incident, the financial damage is significant. Several pieces of clothing were completely destroyed by the fire. A full assessment of the financial loss and the exact cause of the fire will be conducted once the cooling process is complete.
All agencies involved, including KMC and Rescue 1122, cooperated fully during the firefighting operation. This coordinated effort was crucial in preventing the situation from worsening and potentially spreading to adjacent areas.
