Tragic Fire in Rajkot: 3 Dead, Dozens Rescued

A devastating fire in a 12-storey building in Rajkot has claimed three lives, injuring one. With a swift response, 40 residents were rescued. The blaze, attributed to a short circuit, prompted a rapid rescue operation involving hydraulic cranes. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

A devastating fire swept through a 12-storey residential building in Rajkot, Gujarat, leaving three dead and one injured, according to officials. The fire broke out on Friday morning.

Residents of the Atlantis Apartment, located on the 150 feet ring road, noticed the blaze around 9:30 am. A short circuit on the sixth floor triggered the inferno.

In a coordinated rescue operation, approximately 40 individuals were evacuated. Firefighters utilized hydraulic cranes to aid the process, rescuing five trapped residents. The investigation continues as officials identify the victims and probe the cause of the fire.

(With inputs from agencies.)