Fire Erupts at Ghaziabad AC Service Center, One Fatality Reported

Tragic Incident in Ghaziabad

A chaotic scene unfolded late Sunday night in the Patel Nagar area of Ghaziabad when a massive fire broke out at an air conditioning service center. The flames quickly engulfed the entire building, leading to multiple explosions that startled residents in the vicinity.

Witnesses reported that the fire originated on the ground floor of the service center. Within moments, explosions from air conditioning compressors and gas cylinders began, with the noise so loud that it drew people out of their homes. The fire spread rapidly, enveloping the three-story structure in smoke and flames.

Local residents promptly alerted the fire department and police. Firefighters arrived on the scene with several vehicles and worked tirelessly for hours to control the blaze. During the firefighting efforts, the risk of further explosions from gas cylinders posed significant challenges.

Tragically, an elderly individual was unable to escape the building during the incident. Their body was later recovered from inside, and authorities have sent it for autopsy. Preliminary investigations suggest that a short circuit may have caused the fire, although the exact cause is still under investigation.

The fire also destroyed several vehicles parked nearby. Following the incident, power supply in the area was temporarily suspended. Local authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and adhere to fire safety regulations.

This incident raises serious concerns about the safety protocols at service centers and gas equipment in densely populated areas. Residents have expressed that safety standards are often neglected, increasing the risk of such disasters.

Currently, police and fire officials are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fire to determine if any safety regulations were violated.