Guwahati: Two destructive fires struck Nagaon on October 16, marring the Durga Puja holiday. Flames engulfed a mobile oil warehouse in Islampatty and the Jyoti Flour Mill in Haibargaon. The chaos hit as crowds gathered for festival celebrations.
The Islampatty fire began inside a warehouse situated across from Nemcare Hospital. The flames spread fast. They threatened nearby homes and shops in the crowded area. Fire crews rushed to the scene to stop the blaze from jumping to residential property. Local officials estimate the damage at Rs 10 crore. The cause of this fire remains under investigation.
Simultaneously, a separate blaze gutted the Jyoti Flour Mill in Haibargaon. The fire started in the industrial unit's storage area before turning into a massive inferno. Firefighters worked through the morning to contain the wreckage. Owners fear the loss of goods worth several lakhs of rupees. Emergency workers are still battling both scenes. One local official noted, "The incident occurred during the Durga Puja festivities, casting a shadow over the celebrations in Nagaon."
Authorities have not yet confirmed the final damage tally for either site. Investigators are still looking for the spark that set off these fires. The events forced many residents to pause their holiday plans as crews fought to keep the city safe.
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