UP: Fire breaks out at chemical factory in Sitapur; no casualties

ANI February 21, 2025 301 views

A fire broke out at a chemical factory in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh, causing temporary alarm but no harm to human life. Local authorities responded swiftly, deploying multiple fire tenders to control the blaze quickly and effectively. The factory owner suggested a potential leakage might have triggered the fire, though the exact cause remains under investigation. Emergency services demonstrated their preparedness by managing the incident without any reported casualties.

"The factory owner suspects some leakage caused the fire" - Abhinav Kumar, Sub-Divisional Magistrate
Sitapur, February 21: A fire broke out at a chemical factory in the Sitapur district of Uttar Pradesh on Friday afternoon, said an official.

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Fire erupted at chemical factory in Sitapur district on Friday afternoon

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6-7 fire tenders dispatched for immediate dousing

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No casualties or injuries reported

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Exact cause of fire still under investigation

Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Sitapur Sadar, Abhinav Kumar, said that 6-7 fire tenders were dispatched to conduct the dousing operation upon receiving information about the fire.

"The factory owner said that he suspects some leakage due to which the fire broke out. The fire has been doused now. 6-7 fire tenders were engaged in the operation. There were no casualties in the incident," said the SDM while sharing details.

The exact reason for the blaze is not yet ascertained.

Further details on the matter are awaited.

Earlier on Thursday, a massive fire broke out at a warehouse in Sector 122 of Uttar Pradesh's Noida, officials said.

Upon receiving information, six fire tenders were sent to the spot, and the fire was brought under control.

Chief Fire Officer (CFO) Pradeep Kumar said that no injuries or casualties were reported in the incident that took place at around 12.23 pm.

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