The blaze erupted near the CT-1B cooling tower area. Flames spread quickly due to cables and other flammable materials kept nearby. Thick smoke rose high, which alarmed workers inside the facility.

Plant staff acted fast and raised the alarm. Employees were moved to safe locations within minutes. No injuries or deaths were reported, which brought relief to officials and families.

Firefighters, along with CISF personnel, reached the spot quickly. Five fire engines were used to control the flames. The fire was brought under control after nearly one hour of effort.

Initial reports suggest that the incident may have caused damage worth several crores of rupees. Engineers are checking the affected structures to assess the exact loss.

Officials believe sparks from welding work may have triggered the fire. A detailed inquiry has been ordered to confirm the cause.

Operations at the plant are being reviewed, and safety checks have been tightened to avoid such incidents in the future.

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The fire broke out in the early afternoon in the industrial warehouse area of Kurla. Thick black smoke billowed into the sky, prompting residents to evacuate nearby buildings as a precaution. Several fire tenders from the Mumbai Fire Brigade were deployed to contain the blaze.

Officials said the fire originated in a storage area that housed flammable goods. The exact cause is under investigation, and authorities have not confirmed any casualties so far. However, minor injuries were reported among some workers who inhaled smoke. They were given immediate medical attention at nearby hospitals.

Firefighters worked through challenging conditions to prevent the fire from spreading to adjacent warehouses. Local police assisted by cordoning off the area and managing traffic around the congested industrial zone. Residents expressed relief after the fire was brought under control after several hours of intense operations.

Authorities have urged people to avoid the area until the smoke clears and safety inspections are completed. They also warned businesses in nearby warehouses to take additional precautions to prevent further incidents.

The Kurla fire highlights ongoing safety concerns in Mumbai’s industrial zones. Fire officials stressed the importance of regular safety audits, proper storage of flammable materials, and adherence to fire safety protocols.

Investigations are underway to determine whether negligence or an accident caused the massive fire. Updates will follow as authorities release more details.

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