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Noida Factory Fire: 250 Night-Shift Workers Rescued in Massive Blaze

A major fire erupted on the third floor of Capital Power System Limited in Noida's Phase 2 area. Fire officials deployed seven engines initially, with the number later growing to over 30 tenders and hydraulic platforms for the rescue mission. Approximately 250 night-shift workers were successfully evacuated and sent to the District Hospital for medical treatment. While the fire is now under control, several individuals affected by heavy smoke are receiving intensive care.

Key Points: Noida Factory Fire: 250 Workers Rescued, Fire Under Control

  • Fire at electricity meter manufacturer
  • 250 night-shift workers rescued
  • 30 fire tenders deployed
  • Several hospitalized for smoke inhalation
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Noida: Massive blaze at private firm, 250 night-shift workers rescued; fire under control

Massive fire at Noida's Capital Power System Limited. 250 night-shift workers rescued using 30 fire tenders. Several hospitalized for smoke inhalation.

"Rescue efforts are made to evacuate around 250 people working on the night shift here. - Rajeev Narayan Mishra"

Noida, March 12

A massive fire broke out on the 3rd floor of a private company in Noida's Phase 2 area, prompting the immediate deployment of seven fire engines to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading further.

The incident occurred at Capital Power System Limited, a company engaged in the manufacture of electricity meters, under the jurisdiction of the Phase 2 police station. The exact cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, officials said.

Joint Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), Rajeev Narayan Mishra, said that the fire team, including the Chief Fire Officer (CFO) of Gautam Budh Nagar, reached the spot immediately after receiving the information. With coordinated efforts, the fire was brought under control.

"On receiving the information, the fire team reached, and the work of extinguishing the fire was initiated. With continuous efforts of the fire brigade, the blaze was brought under control," he said.

Mishra said that around 250 people working on the night shift are being rescued using 30 fire tenders and hydraulic platforms, and being sent to the District Hospital for medical treatment.

"Rescue efforts are made to evacuate around 250 people working on the night shift here. After being rescued by the fire team, they are being sent to the District Hospital for medical treatment. There is very heavy smoke, causing suffocation. Over 30 fire tenders and hydraulic platforms are being used in the rescue mission," he said.

The Joint CP (L&O) further assured that the situation is now under control and all rescued individuals are in stable condition. Several people affected by smoke inhalation are receiving intensive care (ICU).

"The fire is under control. Injured individuals are provided with complete medical assistance. Over two dozen people are admitted to the hospital. According to the preliminary reports, affected individuals are in stable condition, some of those who were suffocated by the smoke are in the ICU right now," he said.

- ANI

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Priya S
My cousin works in Noida Phase 2. This news gave me such a scare until I confirmed he was safe. Hats off to the firefighters! Using 30 tenders and hydraulic platforms shows the scale. Hope the people in ICU recover soon. Companies must conduct regular fire drills.
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Rohit P
Manufacturing electricity meters... could be a short circuit or electrical fault. These industrial areas in Noida/Gurgaon need stricter safety audits. Glad the situation is under control and no lives were lost. Jai Hind to our emergency services.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked night shifts, this is terrifying. Heavy smoke causing suffocation is the worst part. The company must compensate the workers for medical costs and trauma. Good coordination by police and fire officials saved the day.
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Vikram M
Seven fire engines immediately deployed shows preparedness. But why is the cause "yet to be ascertained"? Factories storing flammable materials must have advanced fire suppression systems, not just rely on fire brigades. Hope this is a wake-up call for all industrial units.
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Kavya N
Heartbreaking to imagine the panic those workers must have felt. Thank you to every rescuer on the ground. The real test is now - will the authorities ensure strict action and not let this be forgotten in a week? Worker safety cannot be compromised for profits.

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