A fire broke out late on the night of February 11 at Maa Kali Garage in Nalapara, under the jurisdiction of Lokhra Fire and Emergency Services (F&ESS) in Guwahati. Officials said property worth an estimated ₹5 lakh was damaged in the incident.
The fire call was received at 10:29 pm, and firefighting teams were immediately dispatched to the site, located around four kilometres from the Lokhra F&ESS station.
A fire erupted at Maa Kali Garage in Nalapara, Guwahati, on February 11 at 10:29 pm. Firefighters from Lokhra and Dispur F&ESS controlled the blaze, preventing further loss. Property worth ₹5 lakh was damaged, while assets valued at ₹10 lakh were saved. No casualties were reported.
Fire at Third Godown
According to officials, the fire occurred at the third godown of the garage.
Firecrackers were reportedly stored inside along with motor parts, increasing the risk of escalation. Upon arrival, fire personnel began spraying water without delay.
One water tender pump (WTP) from Lokhra F&ESS was deployed initially, and after using one full load of water, the flames were brought under control.
An additional WTP from Dispur F&ESS assisted in the operation.
Inspection and Safety Measures
After extinguishing the fire, firefighters conducted a detailed inspection of the godown and adjoining garage premises to ensure there was no possibility of reignition.
The team left the site only after confirming that the situation was fully under control.
Officials returned to the station at 12:27 am on February 12 after refilling the water tender.
Property Loss and Damage
Preliminary estimates indicate that property worth approximately ₹15 lakh was present at the site.
Of this:
- ₹5 lakh worth of property was damaged
- ₹10 lakh worth of assets were saved
Fire officials attributed the containment of losses to timely intervention.
Speaking to GPlus, a Fire and Emergency Services official confirmed that no casualties were reported.
Investigation Underway
The owner of the garage has been identified as Bidhan Barari.
The exact cause of the fire is yet to be determined. Authorities are expected to conduct further examination to ascertain the source and circumstances of the blaze.
Why This Matters for Guwahati
Nalapara, located in south Guwahati, houses several garages, storage units and small commercial establishments.
Incidents involving storage of flammable materials, including firecrackers, highlight the need for adherence to safety regulations and storage guidelines in urban commercial zones.
What Happens Next?
Fire department officials are likely to continue preliminary inquiry procedures.
Further updates regarding the cause of the fire or additional findings are awaited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the fire occur in Guwahati?
The fire broke out at Maa Kali Garage in Nalapara under the jurisdiction of Lokhra Fire and Emergency Services.
Were there any injuries reported?
No casualties were reported, according to Fire and Emergency Services officials.