Bharuch Records 15 Minor Fire Incidents on Diwali Night

Emergency services in Bharuch responded to approximately 15 minor fire incidents during Diwali night, according to local reports. Four specialized teams from the Bharuch Municipal Corporation fire department were deployed across different neighborhoods to contain the blazes and prevent them from spreading.

Municipal fire officer Chirag Gadhavi oversaw the pre-planning initiatives to handle potential emergencies during the holiday. Fire stations maintained heightened readiness, positioning two teams at the new fire station and another two teams at the municipal headquarters to ensure rapid response times.

The incidents primarily involved burning garbage, dry grass, and minor structural items across various zones. Authorities noted that a fire broke out in waste material near the Jambusar bypass, while another minor incident affected a wooden pillar on a residential building near the Raja Vallabhbhai temple in the Navadera area.

Additional outdoor fires were reported near the ABC crossroads, outside D-Mart, near Ameej Society, and in open plots adjacent to Khodiyar Hotel. Similar minor incidents involving accumulated waste were also documented near the Zadeshwar Swaminarayan temple, the ICICI Bank branch, the PWD office, and the Panchbatti area.

Fire crews addressed all received calls through the late hours of the night, successfully bringing every incident under control. Officials confirmed that prompt interventions by the stationed teams ensured there were no casualties or injuries reported throughout the holiday celebrations.