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

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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

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

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

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

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An ambulance has been also stationed at the site

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No details were immediately available on the cause of the fire