A fire broke out at a saw mill in the Chuna Bhatta area of Khatadi, Ramnagar, in Nainital district on Diwali night. Flames were seen rising late at night, triggering panic among people living nearby.
Residents promptly informed the fire department. A fire engine reached the site, and firefighting personnel worked to contain the blaze. The fire was brought under control after considerable effort.
Damage assessment under way
The fire damaged the saw mill. The extent of the loss is still being assessed, and no final damage figure has been reported.
The incident occurred in an area where a saw mill had wood and other potentially combustible material. However, the actual cause of the fire has not been officially confirmed.
Possible spark from fireworks
Local residents have suggested that a spark from fireworks used during Diwali may have reached wood or other flammable material stored at the saw mill. This remains an unconfirmed possibility, not an established cause.
an official finding on how the fire started is not yet available. Further clarification would be needed before attributing the blaze to fireworks.
Conclusion
The Ramnagar saw mill was damaged in a Diwali-night fire in the Chuna Bhatta area of Khatadi. Firefighters controlled the blaze, while the damage assessment continues and the cause remains officially unconfirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the fire occur?
The fire occurred at a saw mill in the Chuna Bhatta area of Khatadi, Ramnagar, in Nainital district.
Q. When did the incident happen?
The fire broke out on Diwali night.
Q. Who alerted the fire department?
Local residents informed the fire department after seeing flames rising late at night.
Q. Was the fire brought under control?
Yes. Firefighters reached the site and brought the blaze under control after working to contain it.
Q. What caused the fire?
The official cause has not been confirmed. Local residents suspected that a fireworks spark may have reached stored wood or other flammable material.
