On Sunday morning, a massive fire broke out in the basement of a residential building in the Dombivli area of Maharashtra, causing panic among residents. The incident occurred in the basement parking of two connected buildings named Raj Apartment and Ravikiran Society, close to Jay Bharat School. Initial reports suggest that a motorcycle parked in the basement caught fire suddenly, quickly spreading to other nearby vehicles. In total, 29 motorcycles and some bicycles were completely burnt, leading to significant property loss.

Firefighters responded promptly to mitigate the disaster, preventing greater losses to life and property. However, five individuals sustained injuries while attempting to extinguish the flames or due to smoke inhalation, which filled the stairwells and spread to upper floors, causing distress among residents. The intense heat and thick smoke created dangerous conditions, leading many to evacuate their homes in a state of emergency, struggling with breathing difficulties due to smoke.

Authorities are now investigating the cause of the fire, with a suspected short circuit being considered as the primary culprit behind the outbreak. This incident highlights the importance of fire safety measures in residential complexes, particularly those with basement parking areas, to prevent similar occurrences in the future. Residents and local officials are concerned about the adequacy of safety protocols in such buildings, thus prompting discussions on stricter guidelines for emergency preparedness and response in the community.