Firecrackers Spark Massive Fire in Noida Building; Pet Dog Killed, Floors Damaged

ida: On night of Diwali , a massive fire broke out in a high-rise residential building in ida West. fire caused significant dam to three floors of building and resulted in death of a pet dog.

blaze was reportedly caused by firecrackers set off in nearby areas.

A spokesperson from ida Fire Department stated that fire crews were dispatched to control flames and prevent furr dam to property.

Delhi Fire Services Receive 318 Fire-Related Calls on Diwali, Highest in 13 Years

Delhi Fire Services (DFS) experienced a record surge in fire-related calls this Diwali, with over 300 incidents reported across city— highest number in past 13 years, according to an official on Friday.

"This figure marks highest number of Diwali-related fire and emergency incidents in past 13 years," DFS chief Atul Garg said.

Officials attribute increase to extensive firecracker use.

To handle expected rise in incidents, DFS ramped up its readiness for festival by deploying additional fire engines and personnel citywide. Most calls were received between 5 p.m. on October 31 and 5 a.m. on vember 1.

"This year, we received 318 fire-related calls, highest in last 13 years. We were fully prepared, with all fire units and officials on duty. All leaves were canceled, and we were ready to assist across city," Garg explained.

At least 78 calls regarding fire incidents came in between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. peak call time was between 6 p.m. and 11:59 p.m., when DFS received 176 fire-related calls, and from midnight to 6 a.m., 144 additional calls were logged.

"Last year during same period, we received 195 fire-related calls," he added.

persistent bursting of firecrackers throughout night blanketed Delhi in dense smoke, creating severe ise pollution and reducing visibility, as residents defied firecracker ban to celebrate Diwali on Thursday.

(Inputs from PTI)