Initial reports suggest that some people are trapped in the building and rescue operations are being carried out
A fire broke out on the third floor of the Church Chamber building behind the Taj Mahal Hotel in Colaba at 12:20 pm on Sunday. Fire officials had rushed to the spot to carry out rescue operations as few people are feared trapped inside the building. Now, according to the latest report, the situation is under control and the fire has been doused.
According to fire officials, the fire was a level 2 blaze and confined within the four-storeyed structure.
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Chief Fire official P Rahangdale said that the fire is confined within the four-storeyed structure. "There is smoke inside and some persons are trapped. Around 6 -7 people were rescued using Fire Angus and turntable ladder," he said.
Four fire engines and four water tankers have been sent to the spot. Fire fighting and rescue operations are on.
More details are awaited.
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