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A hardware shop basement near Bhoja Wali Mandir in Bhiwani caught fire early Friday morning. Fire Officer Rajesh Kumar confirmed batteries stored there likely ignited the flames. Heavy smoke delayed rescue efforts, prompting crews to use an earth-moving machine. Authorities continue operations to fully extinguish the blaze.

Key Points: Fire engulfs Bhiwani hardware shop basement near Bhoja Wali Mandir

  • Fire erupted in Bhiwani hardware shop basement at 5:30 AM
  • Smoke hindered rescue efforts, earth-moving machine deployed
  • Officials suspect battery storage triggered blaze
  • Operations ongoing near Bhoja Wali Mandir
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Haryana: Fire breaks out in hardware shop basement in Bhiwani

Massive fire breaks out in Bhiwani hardware store basement, fire officials cite battery explosion as cause with rescue operations underway.

"We got information about the fire incident at around 5:30 a.m. today... Some batteries are also kept in the basement, which caught fire. – Fire Officer Rajesh Kumar"

Bhiwani, April 18

A massive fire broke out in a hardware and electric shop near Bhoja Wali Mandir in Haryana's Bhiwani early on Friday morning, as per officials.

According to Fire Officer Rajesh Kumar, the fire department received information about the fire at 5:30 am today, following which fire tenders rushed to the scene.

The official stated that an earth-moving machine has been called for the operation, as the smoke made it difficult for the personnel to enter the area, as the fire broke out in the basement.

Kumar added that the fire was started due to some batteries kept in the basement.

"We got information about the fire incident at around 5:30 a.m. today. As the fire has broken out in a basement, the area is filled with smoke, making it difficult for fire personnel to enter. Some batteries are also kept in the basement, which caught fire. We have called for an earth-moving machine to help us in the operation," Kumar stated.

Efforts to control the fire are continuing. Further details are awaited.

- ANI

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Priya S.
So scary! Hope no one was hurt. Basements with electrical equipment can be real fire hazards. The fire department's quick response is commendable though! 👏
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Rahul K.
Why were batteries stored like that in a basement? Seems like basic fire safety wasn't followed here. Businesses need to be more careful with flammable materials.
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Anjali M.
My cousin lives near Bhoja Wali Mandir! She said the smoke was visible from blocks away. Thank God it was early morning when the shop was closed. Could have been worse during business hours.
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Vikram P.
Smart move calling the earth-moving machine. Basement fires are tricky - the smoke needs proper ventilation. Hope the firefighters stay safe while battling this.
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Sunita R.
This is why we need more frequent fire safety inspections in commercial areas. Prevention is better than cure! 🙏
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Mohit G.
While I appreciate the coverage, the article could have mentioned what type of batteries caused this. Lithium-ion? Lead-acid? That detail would help other businesses take proper precautions.

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