Ahmedabad Fire Department Receives 26 Calls on Diwali Night; No Casualties Reported

Ahmedabad’s fire brigade remained on high alert on Diwali night as its emergency control room received 26 calls reporting fire incidents across different parts of the city by 10 pm. The fires, attributed mainly to firecracker sparks and short circuits, were reported in both eastern and western parts of Ahmedabad. Firefighters rushed to the affected locations and used water jets to extinguish the flames. Fortunately, no casualties were reported in any of the incidents.

With Diwali celebrations underway, firefighting teams had been deployed across the city to respond to emergencies. As residents began bursting firecrackers, calls started pouring into the control room. By 10 pm, the fire brigade had received reports of fires at 26 locations, following which fire tenders from the nearest stations were immediately dispatched. Most incidents involved garbage piles, scrap materials, dry grass and combustible items stored in balconies, rooftops and open plots.

Where Were the Fire Incidents Reported?

Some of the locations where fires were reported on Diwali night included:

According to fire officials, sparks from firecrackers landed on dry grass, accumulated garbage and other combustible materials, triggering several of the blazes. In some locations, rockets and other fireworks reportedly fell on rooftops and balconies where scrap, paper bundles and discarded household articles had been stored.

Mattresses, blankets and other inflammable materials kept in the galleries of locked houses also contributed to the spread of flames. However, most incidents were minor or moderate in nature, allowing firefighters to bring them under control within a short time and prevent major damage.