AB Wani
Srinagar, Oct 24 (GNS): A massive fire broke out at Mir Sales Corporation, a blanket-selling unit located opposite Medicare Hospital in Karan Nagar area of Srinagar, on Saturday night.
Officials from the Fire and Emergency Services told GNS that personnel rushed to the spot soon after receiving information about the incident and launched firefighting operations to control the blaze.
They said several fire tenders have been pressed into service, and efforts are underway to douse the flames. Given the proximity of the fire to Medicare Hospital, patients were shifted as a precautionary measure.
The cause of the fire and the extent of damage are yet to be ascertained.
Further details are awaited. (GNS)
