Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Mar 20: A massive fire that erupted in the Kadipora area of Anantnag district destroyed over 20 houses today leaving around 30 families homeless.
An official said that fire broke out from one structure in Gajinag Kadipora locality in the old town and quickly spread to neighbouring houses in the densely populated area.
He said fire tenders from across Anantnag district battled the flames, adding that the timely evacuation from the burning houses saved lives. He said around 20 structures have been damaged due to the massive blaze.
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He said the flames engulfed the entire locality, and some of the gas cylinders kept inside houses exploded. The locality is highly congested.
“The F&ES, along with officials from the Anantnag Police, CRPF, Army, and local residents, worked to bring the fire under control,” he said. The cause of fire is being ascertained
The locals said that despite efforts by firefighters and locals, the fire spread in the locality as the area is dense and fire hydrants were non-functional.
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