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Maharashtra: Fire engulfs Amravati MIDC area, Contained After Hours-Long Battle

Amravati, Aug 9 A fire broke out in the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area of Amravati today morning, triggering panic in the industrial hub as thick plumes of smoke rose into the sky.
Fire tenders from the Amravati Municipal Corporation rushed to the spot and fought the flames for hours, finally bringing the situation under control by around 4:30 am. Officials said the swift deployment of five fire engines prevented the blaze from spreading to nearby units, averting potentially catastrophic damage.
While no casualties were reported but authorities indicated extensive property loss. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and both the police and fire department have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire.
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