**Major Fire Breaks Out at Chemical Godown Along Mumbai-Nashik Highway in Thane**
A major fire erupted at a chemical storage godown located along the Mumbai-Nashik highway in Maharashtra’s Thane district on Sunday night, officials reported on Monday. The blaze started around 9:45 pm near Savad Naka in Lonad village of Bhiwandi town.
Thick smoke billowing from the burning chemicals caused panic in the surrounding industrial area. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported from the incident.
**Firefighting Efforts Underway**
Several fire engines and private water tankers were immediately deployed to tackle the fire. According to Saquib Kharbe, chief of Bhiwandi Nizampur Municipal Corporation’s disaster management cell, four fire engines—two from Kalyan and one each from Bhiwandi and Ulhasnagar—responded to the scene promptly.
Fire personnel worked throughout the night to bring the flames under control. Yasin Tadvi, Thane Municipal Corporation’s disaster management cell chief, confirmed that efforts were ongoing to douse the fire. The exact cause of the blaze is yet to be determined.
**Injuries Reported During Firefighting Operation**
Although there were no casualties, a fire officer sustained injuries while battling the fire. Officer Nitin Lad slipped and fell into a drain while wearing his firefighting suit. He was immediately provided medical assistance and is currently receiving care.
**Safety and Precautions**
Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and have urged people in the nearby industrial areas to exercise caution due to the hazardous smoke.
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