Fire breaks out at gas refilling centre in Kukatpally, no casualties

Hyderabad: A major fire broke out at a gas refilling center in Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, Kukatpally, which spread rapidly when a gas leak occurred during the refilling process on Tuesday night, tv9 telugu reported.

Upon receiving the information, fire brigade personnel reached the spot and brought the fire under control. No casualties were reported. Residents from adjoining residential places were evacuated and the area was cordoned off.

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An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire.

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Fire accident in Rajendranagar:

In a separate accident earlier on Tuesday, fire broke out at a plastic recycling unit in Budwel, Rajendranagar area of the city. Huge plumes of smoke were seen billowing into the sky, causing panic among local residents. Fire fighters rushed to the spot and brought the situation under control.