Kolkata, Apr 12 (PTI) A massive fire broke out at a slum in east Kolkata's Metropolitan area in the early hours of Saturday, police said.

At least 10 shanties were gutted in the fire, they said.

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Four fire tenders doused the blaze in two hours, they added.

There were, however, no reports of any casualties.

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"It is suspected that the fire was caused by a gas cylinder explosion. Forensic examination will confirm the cause," a police officer said.

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