A fire has broken out today at a Bed & Breakfast located on the first floor of a building opposite Govindan Hotel on Vijay Baugh Road, Dairy Farm, Sri Vijaya Puram. Fire and Emergency Services have reached the scene and are currently engaged in efforts to prevent the blaze from spreading to nearby buildings.
According to early information, the incident was reported, prompting a quick response from the local fire station. Fire tenders and personnel are on-site battling the flames, while the police have cordoned off the area to ensure the safety of residents and manage traffic along Vijay Baugh Road.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing thick smoke rising from the building, which houses guest accommodation on the upper floor. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, but initial suspicions point towards an electrical short circuit.
Residents in adjoining structures have been temporarily evacuated as a precaution, and power in the immediate vicinity has been cut off to assist firefighting operations.
No injuries or casualties have been reported at this stage. The situation remains critical, and the Fire Department continues to work on cooling the site to avert any flare-ups.
Authorities have urged the public to avoid the area until the operation concludes. Further details regarding the cause and extent of the damage are expected once the fire is fully extinguished and safety inspections are carried out.
