Massive fire breaks out at high rise building in Noida, ac blast suspected

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Noida: A massive fire broke out in a residential society in Noida’s Sector-119 after a blast in an air conditioner (AC) unit on Monday (June 29).

The blaze erupted at around at 8.50 am in a flat on the 21st floor of Aranya Society in Sector 119 in Noida, which quickly spread and engulfed at least three flats.

The locals spotted thick smoke was seen billowing into the sky from the high-rise building as the fire spread through the apartment and informed the fire department.

On being informed, six fire tenders were rushed to the spot, and firefighters brought the blaze under control in about half an hour.

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The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. According to officials, there have been no casualties or injuries.

It is suspected that blast in the AC unit, might have led the fire into the apartment.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath took cognizance of the fire incident in Noida. The Chief Minister issued instructions to the officials to reach the site immediately. According to CMO, CM Yogi ordered the acceleration of relief and rescue operations and directed that proper medical treatment be provided to the injured.

Instructions were also issued to the administration to exercise vigilance at all levels. CM also directed that relief operations be continuously monitored. The CM issued instructions to ensure proper medical treatment for the injured.

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