A fire broke out at the Naval Dockyard in southern Mumbai on Thursday evening, prompting a swift response from the Navy's firefighting team, which quickly brought the situation under control with no reported injuries or casualties.
On Thursday evening, a significant fire erupted at the Naval Dockyard located in the southern part of Mumbai, causing temporary panic in the area. The fire reportedly started around 10:25 PM in a waste stockyard within the dockyard. According to reports, the incident took place diagonally across from the Gateway of India in Colaba, highlighting its proximity to a major tourist attraction in the city.
The Indian Navy's firefighting team responded promptly to the situation and commenced efforts to extinguish the flames immediately upon receiving reports. Officials confirmed that they managed to control the fire quickly, preventing it from spreading beyond the initial site. The Navy issued a statement asserting that there were no casualties or injuries reported in connection with the incident, which is a relief given the potential risks associated with such a fire in a military and populous area.
Local witnesses captured videos of the incident, which circulated on social media, showing plumes of smoke and bright flames at a distance. As firefighters worked to investigate and extinguish the fire, authorities also announced that an investigation into the cause of the blaze was underway, emphasizing the need for understanding the origins of the fire to prevent any future occurrences.
