Sri Vijaya Puram, November 2: A house was completely gutted in a fire that broke out around 12.35 am on November 1 at Middle Point, damaging an adjoining area and household items. The fire department received information about the incident late on October 31 and dispatched fire tenders to bring the blaze under control.
A suspected electrical short circuit is believed to have triggered the fire, although the exact cause is yet to be confirmed. An assessment of the damage is underway, and further details are awaited.
The fire caused extensive damage to the affected property, leaving the structure severely burnt. Computers and other items kept inside the premises were reportedly destroyed. Pipes and a scooter in the adjoining area also sustained damage.
Houses are located close to the affected property, raising concerns about the potential spread of the flames. However, no damage was reported to a neighbouring house, according to the information available.
The circumstances surrounding the incident are being investigated, while officials are yet to establish the precise cause and quantify the total losses.
