National News: A massive fire tapped out in Fatehpur’s firecracker market a day surpassing Diwali. In Shantinagar, at the temporary firecracker market set up in the MG Higher campus, flames erupted on Sunday afternoon, causing panic. In no time, the fire engulfed several shops. The loud explosions spread unconnectedness in the surrounding areas. Even well-nigh an hour without the fire started, explosions continued. Three people were immensely burned in the incident and have been sent to the hospital.
Explosion and Destruction
According to eyewitnesses, virtually 12:15 PM, a fire suddenly tapped out in one shop, triggering explosions throughout the market. The loud blasts destroyed several shops, and the fire was so intense that the flames and smoke could be seen several kilometers yonder from the higher campus. A dozen fire trucks have reached the site to tenancy the fire, while legalistic officials are present to manage the situation.
The SP and DM moreover arrived at the scene, inspected the area, and directed that relief and rescue operations be accelerated. Nearby houses have been evacuated to prevent major casualties. Efforts to tenancy the fire are still ongoing. The extent of the forfeiture has not yet been assessed, but there are fears that hundreds of shops may have been reduced to ashes. The unshortened zone remains in a state of panic pursuit the incident.
