Two Firefighters Injured in Fire at Two Shops in Pimpri’s Shagun Chowk
Swift action by PCMC Fire Brigade prevents blaze from spreading; no casualties reported
PIMPRI : A fire broke out at two shops selling puja materials in the Shagun Chowk area of Pimpri shortly after midnight on Tuesday. The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) Fire Brigade launched an immediate firefighting operation and successfully brought the blaze under control, preventing it from spreading to neighbouring shops and averting a major disaster.
According to the PCMC Fire Department, its control room received information about the fire at around 12.49 am. Considering the seriousness of the incident, fire tenders from the Main Fire Station and Nehrunagar, Thergaon and Rahatani fire stations were immediately dispatched to the spot.
After reaching the location, firefighters assessed the situation and first ensured that no one was trapped inside the two shops. They then launched a coordinated operation, spraying water from different directions to bring the fire under control.
The two shops, which stored puja materials and other goods, suffered damage in the fire. However, the prompt response and coordinated efforts of the fire brigade personnel prevented the flames from spreading to nearby establishments.
Two firefighters injured during operation
During the firefighting operation, Firemen Pranay Shirke and Adil Gode sustained minor injuries. Both were immediately shifted to YCM Hospital for medical treatment. Fortunately, no casualties were reported in the incident.
The operation was carried out under the guidance of PCMC Deputy Commissioner Venkatesh Durvas. Deputy Fire Officer Gautam Ingawale, Leading Fireman Vijay Ghuge, Firemen Pranay Shirke and Adil Gode, along with personnel from different fire stations, participated in the operation.
Commissioner appreciates firefighters
PCMC Commissioner Dr. Vijay Suryawanshi appreciated the prompt response and coordinated efforts of the fire brigade personnel. He said protecting citizens’ lives and property was the highest priority of the municipal fire brigade. The timely intervention at Shagun Chowk prevented the fire from spreading to adjoining shops and helped avert a major accident. He also confirmed that the injured firefighters were provided immediate medical attention.
The PCMC Fire Department has appealed to citizens to remain calm during emergencies and immediately contact the fire brigade helpline 101 in case of a fire. Citizens have also been advised to provide accurate information about the location and nature of the incident and follow the instructions issued by fire brigade personnel.
