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Fire engulfs multiple shops and warehouses in Jammu

Firefighting teams are working to control the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby residential buildings and commercial establishments.

A large fire broke out on Sunday in Jammu, engulfing several warehouses and shops, according to ANI.

Firefighters and multiple fire tenders arrived at the location to begin operations to control the flames.

Efforts are currently being made to douse the fire and stop it from reaching nearby residential structures and other commercial buildings.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Vikram Randhawa reviewed the situation and commended the response from civil and security personnel.

Randhawa told reporters that while police and civil defence teams are working to manage the situation, long-term safety measures are needed.

The legislator suggested that every commercial market should have dedicated water points to allow for efficient access to water during emergencies.

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