Srinagar: A possible fire incident was avertedafter Fire and Emergency Services personnel responded swiftly to an emergency call from Ikhrajpora near Radio Colony.
According to officials, multiple calls were received at the State Fire Control Room in Batamaloo, prompting immediate dispatch of a fire tender from Fire Station Gowkadal.
On reaching the spot, firemen found that a substandard geyser had overheated due to a suspected short circuit, causing dense smoke to fill the premises. The situation, officials said, had the potential to escalate if not handled in time.
The fire team quickly contained the smoke and neutralised the hazard before flames could spread, preventing damage to the rest of the property.
Locals in the area appreciated the timely response of the fire personnel.
Meanwhile, senior officers from Fire and Emergency Services advised the public to avoid using substandard electrical appliances and cautioned against leaving electrical devices unattended, stating that such lapses often trigger fire accidents. [KNT]
