Mangaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 12 (ANI): A massive fire broke out at a scrap-dealing unit in Uchila village in Udupi district on Sunday.

Fire tenders are on the spot, and firefighting operations are underway.

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Plumes of smoke were seen billowing out from the spot.

The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. Further details awaited. (ANI)

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