A fire broke out in a shop at Krishna Apara Plaza Market in Sector 18, Noida, on Tuesday, causing chaos as thick smoke engulfed the building and forced people to flee. Panic-stricken individuals were seen jumping from the building as flames spread rapidly. Firefighters are currently engaged in rescue operations, working to evacuate those trapped inside.
The blaze is believed to have started on the ground floor before spreading to other parts of the building. Videos circulating on the internet show desperate attempts by individuals to escape, with some jumping from higher floors in fear. Eyewitnesses reported that hundreds of people rushed out of the market as soon as they saw smoke billowing from the building.
Fire tenders reached the spot quickly, and emergency teams are working tirelessly to control the fire and rescue those inside. However, due to the intensity of the flames and dense smoke, visibility remains low, making the operation challenging. Authorities have urged the public to stay away from the area to facilitate rescue efforts.
As of now, the cause of the fire remains unknown, and an investigation is underway to determine the reasons behind the incident. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported so far, but officials fear that some individuals might still be trapped. Rescue teams are ensuring that everyone inside is safely evacuated.
This incident raises serious concerns about fire safety measures in commercial buildings, especially in busy marketplaces like Sector 18, Noida. Authorities will likely review fire preparedness and regulations to prevent such occurrences in the future.
More updates will follow as rescue operations continue.
