New Delhi, Nov 8 (PTI) A fire broke out in the basement of a building in south Delhi's Greater Kailash area, officials said on Sunday.

According to the officials, they received information regarding the blaze at 11:17 pm on Saturday, following which seven fire tenders were rushed to the spot.

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Due to smoke, the residents were trapped on the upper floor and eight people were rescued by the Delhi Fire Service personnel, a senior official said.

The fire was brought under control at 3.50 am, they added.

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