Scrapyard Blaze Sparks Firefighter Response in Thane

A fire erupted in an asphalt storage tank at a scrapyard in Thane city. The disaster management team quickly responded with fire brigade personnel, and the blaze was extinguished with no injuries reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

A fire broke out at a Thane city scrapyard on Tuesday evening, officials confirmed. The blaze, originating from an iron tank containing asphalt material, prompted swift action.

The Thane Disaster Management Cell chief, Yasin Tadvi, reported that the fire started at around 5:55 pm near Bhayander Pada. Firefighters quickly deployed a team, including one fire engine, a rescue vehicle, and a disaster management pickup unit, containing the situation.

By 7:20 pm, the fire was completely extinguished, with no injuries reported. Authorities are investigating the exact cause of the incident, Tadvi stated.

(With inputs from agencies.)