Greater Noida, May 16:
A massive fire broke out at the busy furniture market in Shahberi area of Greater Noida on Friday, triggering panic among shop owners and local residents. Thick plumes of smoke were seen rising from the market as flames rapidly spread through several furniture shops.
According to officials, the fire is believed to have started in one of the shops and quickly intensified due to the large quantity of highly combustible materials such as wood, foam, plywood, and varnish stored in the market.
Multiple fire tenders were rushed to the spot, and firefighters launched an intensive operation to bring the blaze under control. Police also cordoned off the area and evacuated nearby establishments as a precautionary measure.
Initial reports suggest that several shops were gutted, resulting in significant property loss. However, no casualties or injuries were reported at the time of filing this report.
The exact cause of the fire is yet to be determined. Authorities have launched an investigation, and a detailed assessment of the damage is underway.
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