Fire Engulfs Makeshift Exhibition Shops in Vijayawada

A fire broke out at an exhibition in Vijayawada, likely due to a short circuit in a plastic-containing shed. Authorities confirmed no casualties, but some fire extinguishing cylinders exploded. The situation was swiftly brought under control.

A fire broke out at an exhibition in Vijayawada, gutting several makeshift shops, confirmed the local police on Wednesday.

Two Town Assistant Commissioner of Police Durga Rao suggested that a short circuit in a shed containing plastic items was likely the cause.

While no injuries or deaths were reported, some fire extinguishing cylinders exploded due to the intense heat. The blaze was soon brought under control.