A fire destroyed at least 10 cars [1] and two scooters [1] in a parking lot in New Delhi's Shahdara district early Sunday morning.
The incident highlights the risks associated with vehicle storage in densely populated urban areas, where rapid fire spread can lead to significant property loss.
The blaze occurred at the Bihari Colony parking lot, located near the railway line within the Farsh Bazar police station area [2, 3]. Delhi Fire Services responded to the emergency by deploying four fire tenders [1] to contain the flames.
Witnesses said they heard blasts coming from the vehicles as the fire spread [4]. While the sounds of explosions were noted, officials have not confirmed the exact cause of the ignition [4].
No injuries or casualties were reported following the incident [4]. The fire gutted the vehicles completely, leaving a trail of charred wreckage in the lot [1, 4].
Emergency crews worked to ensure the fire did not spread to adjacent structures or the nearby railway line. The area remained under the supervision of local authorities as they assessed the damage to the private property [2, 3].
“At least 10 cars and two scooters were gutted”
The occurrence of explosions during a vehicle fire often points to the ignition of fuel tanks or pressurized tires. This incident underscores the volatility of concentrated vehicle parking in residential colonies, where limited access for emergency tenders can complicate containment efforts.
