Pune News: Fire Breaks Out in Electric Meter Box at Dhankawadi; Two Bikes DamagedÂ
Pune News: Fire Breaks Out in Electric Meter Box at Dhankawadi; Two Bikes DamagedÂ
A fire broke out in an electric meter box at Jadhav Apartment in the Mhaske Chawl area of Dhankawadi on Monday, causing damage to two two-wheelers parked nearby. The incident triggered panic among residents, but no injuries were reported.
The fire department was alerted immediately and responded swiftly to control the blaze. Their timely action prevented the fire from spreading to nearby homes and causing further destruction.
According to preliminary information, the fire is suspected to have started due to a short circuit in the electric meter box. The exact cause is still under investigation by officials.
Residents have urged the Pune Municipal Corporation and electricity department to inspect and upgrade faulty meter boxes in the area to avoid similar incidents in the future. The fire has once again raised concerns about electrical safety in densely populated residential zones.
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