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Massive Fire Breaks Out at Tar Factory in Raipur
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News18•19-10-2026, 15:40
Massive Fire Breaks Out at Tar Factory in Raipur
- •A massive fire broke out at the Porwal Tar Factory in the Urla police station area of Raipur around 1:30 PM on October 19.
- •The fire started due to a tar leak during processing work, spreading rapidly because of flammable materials.
- •Four fire brigade teams rushed to the spot and are continuously working to bring the flames under control.
- •The Urla police team evacuated nearby residents to safe locations and cleared crowds to ensure smooth relief operations.
- •No casualties have been reported so far, and the exact assessment of property damage will be determined after the fire is fully extinguished.
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The fire broke out around 1:30 PM after a tar leak occurred while processing work was underway inside the Porwal Tar Factory.
A total of 4 fire brigade teams were deployed to the spot to assist firefighters in continuously trying to bring the severe blaze under control.
No casualties have been reported so far, and local police successfully moved surrounding residents to safe locations while clearing the crowds to facilitate relief operations.
