Fire burns down multiple huts near Bypass

A massive fire broke out in Kolkata’s Kalikapur area near EM Bypass on Tuesday evening, devastating several shanties and causing damage to nearby structures. The blaze erupted around 5:15 pm, sending plumes of smoke into the sky and prompting an immediate response from the city’s fire department.

According to a fire official, four fire tenders were quickly deployed to the scene to control the flames. The fire initially started in a hut in the Survey Park police station area, though the exact cause of the fire is yet to be determined. “The fire spread swiftly to adjoining structures and caused partial damage to neighboring buildings before being brought under control,” the official reported.

Residents watched anxiously as firefighters worked diligently to prevent further damage. Despite their efforts, several shanties were completely reduced to ashes, leaving many families displaced and without shelter. Fortunately, firefighters managed to contain the fire before it could spread further into the densely populated neighborhood.

Survey Park police officers were stationed at the scene to assist with crowd control and ensure the safety of residents. Police personnel also helped evacuate nearby buildings, as a precaution, while fire crews tackled the blaze.