Mumbai Fire at Borivali’s Dattani Tower on Kora Kendra Road, No Casualties Reported
Mumbai Fire at Borivali’s Dattani Tower created a tense situation on Friday afternoon, August 29, when a blaze erupted in the highrise building located on Kora Kendra Road in Borivali (West).
According to civic officials, the fire was reported at 2:18 pm inside a 1,200 sq. ft. flat on the seventh floor of the 12-storey Dattani Tower. The flames were initially confined to electric wiring, household furniture, an AC unit, and other installations, but thick black smoke quickly spread to adjoining floors, triggering panic among residents.
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Immediate Response from Fire Brigade
The Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) rushed multiple teams to the location as soon as the emergency call was received. Firefighters initiated evacuation and began tackling the blaze from both inside and outside the structure.
Officials confirmed that the fire was classified as a Level-1 fire, which is considered minor in scale compared to other categories. Thankfully, no injuries or casualties have been reported so far.
Scene at Kora Kendra Road
Eyewitnesses said that dense smoke was visible from the seventh and eighth floors, which caused temporary smoke-logging inside the building. Many residents quickly evacuated to safer areas with the assistance of fire personnel.
Investigation into Cause
While the exact cause of the blaze is yet to be determined, preliminary reports suggest that an electrical short circuit could be responsible. Civic authorities have assured that a detailed investigation will follow once the fire is completely extinguished.
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Safety and Precautionary Measures
Incidents like these highlight the importance of strict fire safety checks in residential towers across Mumbai. Experts emphasize regular maintenance of electrical systems, availability of fire extinguishers, and functioning smoke alarms to prevent such mishaps.
Current Situation
By late afternoon, fire brigade teams managed to bring the flames under control. Cooling operations were underway to ensure the fire does not reignite. Authorities said residents of unaffected floors would be allowed to return once safety inspections are completed.
The Borivali Dattani Tower fire incident has once again raised concerns about fire safety in Mumbai’s highrise apartments. While no lives were lost, the quick response of the Mumbai Fire Brigade prevented the situation from escalating further. Officials are expected to release more details after a full inspection of the site.
