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7 cylinders explode as fire tears through Mulund labour camp in Mumbai; workers evacuated
Summary by The Mumbai Editorial Desk Richa Pinto , as published by Times of India — Mumbai
· October 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Thanks to their prompt intervention, all individuals present were safely evacuated, with no injuries reported. A fire broke out at a labour camp, causing the explosion of around seven gas cylinders.
A fire broke out at a labour camp, causing the explosion of around seven gas cylinders. The blaze was quickly responded to by authorities, including the fire brigade, police, and medical personnel. Thanks to their prompt intervention, all individuals present were safely evacuated, with no injuries reported.
The fire occurred at a ground-plus-one-storey camp, and an investigation into its origin is ongoing. Authorities were able to guarantee safety and respond swiftly to the situation.
Further details about the incident are available from the source, including the circumstances surrounding the fire and the ongoing investigation.
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Category: safety Published: October 8, 2026 Source: Times of India — Mumbai Reading time: 1 min
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