Srinagar | Nov, 05: A swift joint response by Srinagar Police and Fire & Emergency Services prevented human casualties when a fire broke out at New Colony, Batmaloo, on Thursday evening.
Reports said that the blaze fully damaged the residence of Abdul Razaq Sheikh and partially damaged an adjoining home belonging to Mushtaq Ahmad Hakeem. Officers from Police Station Batmaloo quickly evacuated residents, secured the perimeter, and cleared routes for incoming fire tenders to extinguish the flames smoothly. Local residents commended the prompt on-ground action led by the local police team. Officials said no injuries were reported, and an investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.
