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Pre-Dawn Fire in Gudivada Mobile Shop Spreads to Five Apparel Stores

Police probe suspected electrical or battery ignition with losses estimated above Rs 1.2 crore.

Overview

  • The blaze began around 4:30 am near Nehru Chowk Centre in Gudivada, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh.
  • Flames spread from the mobile outlet to adjoining clothing shops, which officials said were separated by wooden partitions.
  • Fire tenders reached the spot quickly and extinguished the blaze, preventing injuries.
  • A police official said a short circuit or a mobile phone battery explosion is being examined as the likely trigger.
  • Police are in the process of registering a case as the damage assessment continues.