Latest News | Fire Breaks out in Slum Cluster in Outer Delhi, 150 Shanties Gutted
Get latest articles and stories on Latest News at LatestLY. At least 150 shanties were gutted in a fire that broke out in Bawana in outer Delhi early Tuesday, an official of the Delhi Fire Service said.
New Delhi, Nov 19 (PTI) At least 150 shanties were gutted in a fire that broke out in Bawana in outer Delhi early Tuesday, an official of the Delhi Fire Service said.
No casualties were reported.
A call regarding the fire was received at 1.30 am and 18 fire tenders were pressed into service. The fire was doused at 7.20 am.
A short circuit apparently led to the blaze, the official said, adding a probe is underway.
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