Gujarat: Fire Breaks Out at Paper Mill in Morbi, Firefighting Ops Underway

A fire broke out at a paper mill in Gujarat’s Morbi district on Friday, prompting a swift response from local fire services. The blaze was reported from an industrial unit in the area, following which multiple fire tenders were rushed to the spot to bring the situation under control.

Officials said firefighting operations were immediately launched to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby industrial units. The intensity of the blaze and the cause of the fire are yet to be ascertained.

No casualties or injuries have been reported so far, and authorities are monitoring the situation closely. Efforts are underway to douse the flames completely and ensure that the fire does not cause further damage to surrounding infrastructure.

Morbi, which is home to several industrial units including paper and ceramic manufacturing facilities, has witnessed similar fire incidents in the past, raising concerns about industrial safety standards in the region.

Further details are awaited as the investigation into the cause of the fire continues.