In Photos: Fire breaks out at Malad's slum area in Mumbai

Updated On: 13 March, 2023 08:36 PM IST | Editor

A major fire broke out in slums in suburban Malad on Monday afternoon. No casualties reported so far. (All pictures: Anurag Ahire)

The level 3 (major) fire engulfed slums located in the Appa Pada locality and efforts were on to douse the flames, an official told PTI

Smoke billowing out of the area could be seen from several kilometres away

Many people could be seen leaving the area to avoid any hazardous situation

According to the official, fire tenders, jumbo water tankers and other equipment were engaged in controlling the blaze

An ambulance has been also stationed at the site

No details were immediately available on the cause of the fire

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