Eleven people were rescued after a fire broke out in a commercial building on Station Road in Mumbai's Kandivali West early on Monday. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's Mumbai Fire Brigade reported the incident at Abhirai Hotel.
Fire at Kandivali Hotel Building Reported Early Monday
The fire was reported to the fire brigade control room at around 4.14 am. The building, which has a basement plus four floors, became heavily smoke-logged during the incident. According to National Herald, firefighters moved quickly to evacuate people trapped inside.
Firefighters rescued 11 people from a lodging house located on the second floor. They used the staircase to bring everyone out safely. No injuries were reported during the rescue operation.
What Caused Damage in the Kandivali Building Fire
The fire brigade said the blaze affected electrical wiring and installations, wooden furniture, tarpaulin, bamboo and plastic materials. These items were part of a temporary fruit stall adjoining the building.
According to The Hindu, the fire at the commercial building in Kandivali West led to the rescue of 11 persons. The operation was carried out by the Mumbai Fire Brigade without any reported casualties.
"Firefighters evacuated 11 people from a lodging house on the second floor using the staircase. No injuries were reported." — National Herald
Fire Response and Rescue Operation in Kandivali West
The rescue operation focused on the second-floor lodging house where people were staying. The building's heavy smoke logging made the evacuation challenging, but the fire brigade managed to bring all 11 people out safely using the staircase.
According to Times of India, the fire broke out at the Avirahi hotel in Mumbai's Kandivali West. The quick response from the fire brigade ensured that all occupants were evacuated without any harm.
The fire affected materials at a temporary fruit stall adjoining the building. This included:
- Electrical wiring and installations
- Wooden furniture
- Tarpaulin and bamboo materials
- Plastic materials
According to New Indian Express, the fire at the commercial building in Mumbai's Kandivali led to 11 persons being rescued. The incident was reported by PTI.
Our Take: Fire Safety in Commercial Buildings Needs Attention
This incident in Kandivali West shows how quickly a fire can put lives at risk in commercial buildings. The fact that 11 people were rescued safely is a relief, but it also raises questions about fire safety measures in such buildings.
To put it plainly, the fire started in a temporary fruit stall and spread to affect electrical wiring and other materials. This suggests that fire risks can come from unexpected places. Building owners and local authorities should review fire safety protocols, especially in buildings that have lodging houses where people stay overnight.
The successful rescue operation by the Mumbai Fire Brigade deserves credit. However, the heavy smoke logging in the building shows how dangerous such incidents can become. Regular fire drills, proper fire extinguishing equipment, and clear evacuation routes are essential for every commercial building.
No injuries were reported this time, but the next incident might not be as fortunate. Fire safety cannot be taken lightly, and this event should serve as a reminder for all commercial building operators to review their safety measures.
