Massive fire breaks out near petrol pump in Ponda || ENGLISH || GOA365

05 May 2023 07:55 PM

A massive fire broke out in a scrapyard in Pondatoday afternoon. The smoke from the fire could be seen from kilometers away. Firefightersrushed to the spot to try and contain the high rising flames.



But because the yard is next-door to a petrol pump, there is fear that the flames could spread to the sensitive area, which could be quite catastrophic. The cause of the fire is not yet known

A total of 10 fire tenders from across the state were rushed to the site. Bringing the fire under control is of top priority especially since there is a petrol pump nearby. Tenders have come in from Kundai, Ponda, Valpoi, Margao, Curchorem, Bicholim and Panjim headquarters.

Locals and Panchayat members allege that the scrapyard is illegal and a court case has been filed for it’s removal. However, the order was reportedly stayed. Here’s what the locals and panch members had to say. 




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