Fire breaks out at labour camp in Mumbai’s Mulund

7 cylinders explode as fire tears through Mulund labour camp in Mumbai; workers evacuated

On Thursday afternoon, a blaze erupted at a ground-plus-one-storey labour camp in Tata Nagar, resulting in the explosion of around seven gas cylinders. Thankfully, the Mumbai Fire Brigade's prompt intervention allowed for the safe evacuation of all individuals present, with no injuries reported. Authorities, including police and medical personnel, swiftly responded to guarantee safety, while the investigation into the fire's origin continues.

7 cylinders explode in fire at Mumbai labour camp; occupants evacuated safely

A fire at the BMC PAP project in Mulund East triggered a series of gas cylinder explosions at a G+1 camp. All occupants were evacuated safely as firefighters and police responded at the site.

Massive fire breaks out at labour camp in Mumbai's Mulund, seven gas cylinders explode

A gas cylinder explosion is suspected to be the initial cause of the fire. According to the Zonal DCP, seven gas cylinders have exploded so far. However, the exact cause is currently under investigation.

Fire breaks out at labour camp in Mumbai’s Mulund

According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone East 3) Abhaysinha Deshmukh, the fire is suspected to have started as a small blaze within the premises before a gas cylinder exploded, causing the situation to escalate

Gas Explosions: Fire Erupts At Under-Construction Dharavi PAP Labour Camp In Mulund East

The incident took place at Tata Nagar, Navghar Road when multiple gas cylinders exploded. At least seven cylinders reported to have burst, according to reports.