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Nagpur: A massive fire broke out at a camphor (kapur) manufacturing factory in the Hingna MIDC area around 3 pm on Wednesday, sending thick plumes of smoke across the locality and creating a dense haze in the surrounding area.
Five fire tenders from the Fire Department rushed to the spot and immediately began firefighting operations. A large number of firefighters have been deployed to bring the blaze under control. With a Mercedes car showroom located adjacent to the factory, officials said they are exercising extra caution to prevent the fire from spreading.
Fire officials said that nearly 60% of the flames have been brought under control, and efforts are ongoing to completely douse the remaining fire.
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Fortunately, there were no workers inside the factory at the time of the incident, as the unit remains closed on Wednesdays. As a result, no casualties or injuries have been reported.
A preliminary probe suggests that a short circuit may have triggered the blaze. Further investigation is underway.
