Fire Erupts in New Friends Colony, No Casualties Reported
A fire erupted in a residential building in New Friends Colony, Delhi, on Sunday afternoon, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. Firefighters quickly responded to the scene, rescuing eight individuals trapped inside, including four children. The cause of the fire was identified as a malfunctioning air conditioning unit. Authorities confirmed that the fire was extinguished, and precautionary measures are in place to prevent any recurrence. This incident highlights the importance of swift emergency response in safeguarding lives.
| Jun 7, 2026, 18:14 IST
Emergency Response in New Friends Colony
Good news has emerged from the upscale New Friends Colony in Delhi. On Sunday afternoon, around 3:40 PM, a sudden fire broke out in a residential building. Upon receiving the alert, the fire brigade promptly dispatched teams to the scene without delay.
Fortunately, contrary to initial fears, no injuries were reported among the residents. However, a pet dog inside the house suffered burns and was quickly rescued by firefighters, who transported it to an animal hospital for treatment.
Trapped Individuals Rescued Amidst Smoke
Rescue Operations Underway
According to Fire Station Officer Phool Singh Meena, they received the call about the fire at approximately 3:38 PM, leading to an immediate dispatch of fire engines to the location. Upon arrival, the scene was alarming, with thick black smoke billowing from the upper floors of the building, and several individuals trapped inside, unable to find an escape route.
#WATCH | Delhi | Station Officer Phool Singh Meena states, "We received the call at 3:38 PM. The building was filled with smoke. Some people were trapped; we rescued eight of them—four children and four adults. We used a ladder to bring them to safety. They weren't seriously hurt,… https://t.co/HogiwXVYtU pic.twitter.com/fQi328VORo
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Cause of the Fire Identified
Malfunctioning AC Sparks Incident
Firefighters acted heroically to rescue a total of eight individuals, including four children and four adults, trapped inside the building. Preliminary investigations revealed that the fire was caused by a malfunction in the air conditioning unit located on the upper ground floor. Authorities confirmed that the fire has been completely extinguished, but as a precaution, four fire engines remain stationed at the site to prevent any potential flare-ups. The administration expressed relief that there were no casualties in this incident.