A massive fire broke out at the Gopal Garment shop in the main market of Sahpau town in Hathras on Monday night. The cause of the fire is not known at present. The flames were so intense that the heat caused cracks to appear in the walls of the shop.
As the fire rose from the premises, people in the market saw the flames and panic spread through the area. Fear also gripped shopkeepers operating nearby.
As soon as information about the incident was received, a fire brigade team reached the spot and began efforts to put out the blaze. Firefighters continued working to bring the fire under control.
Police and administration officials were also present at the scene in view of the seriousness of the fire. The fire brigade team kept trying to control the flames, while the situation at the shop remained serious. The exact reason behind the fire has not yet been established.
The extent of the damage inside the Gopal Garment shop will be assessed only after the fire is completely brought under control. The incident in Sahpau’s main market has created an atmosphere of concern among traders in the area.
Information about the total loss caused by the fire is expected only after firefighting operations are completed and the shop can be examined.
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