A massive fire broke out at the JWR Logistics Park in Uran on Saturday afternoon, sending thick black smoke into the sky and causing panic among people in the area. The site is located close to Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) in Navi Mumbai in Maharashtra, officials said.
The blaze reportedly began at around 3 pm and was followed by several loud explosions. Officials said the fire erupted in a section of the facility where hazardous chemicals were stored, making the situation more dangerous and difficult to control.
Fire engines from multiple agencies, including City and Industrial Development Corporation, Panvel Municipal Corporation and JNPA, rushed to the spot soon after the alarm was raised.
At least nine fire tenders have been deployed, and teams have been working for over three hours to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby warehouses.
No casualties reported
The officials said that so far no injuries have been reported so far. However, significant damage to property is expected.
The area has been cordoned off as a safety precaution to keep workers and local residents away from the site.
Officials say
Chief Fire Officer Vijay Rane of CIDCO said the fire call was received at around 2:45 pm. He noted that while the fire is partly under control, the presence of hazardous materials is making access difficult for firefighters.
He added that the exact cause of the fire will be determined after a detailed investigation once cooling operations are completed.
Situation being monitored
Firefighting and cooling operations are still ongoing, with authorities closely monitoring the situation to ensure it does not escalate further.
