08/06/2026
Massive Fire Guts Four Houses at Nafraโs IB Colony
Nafra, June 8:
A major fire incident triggered panic at IB Colony in Nafra on Monday evening after flames engulfed several residential structures, leaving four houses completely destroyed.
The fire reportedly broke out around 7:15 PM and spread rapidly through the area. Witnesses said multiple LPG cylinders exploded during the blaze, causing the flames to intensify and making it difficult for locals to control the situation.
Residents, assisted by police personnel, rushed to the spot and worked tirelessly to prevent the fire from spreading further. However, with no firefighting unit available in the area, efforts to contain the blaze faced significant challenges.
While the incident resulted in heavy loss of property, no injuries or loss of life have been reported so far. Authorities and local residents remained engaged in efforts to bring the fire under control, amid fears that nearby houses could also be at risk.
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. An investigation is expected to be carried out to ascertain how the incident occurred.
More details are awaited.
Courtsey: Damini Jangju