Saralnama100 meters from a chemical-filled tanker, a 3-story oil paint shop and warehouse in Jodhpur caught fire on Thursday night. Firefighters battled the blaze for 8 hours until 6 AM Friday. Drums of oil paint, spirit, and thinner exploded continuously. The fire was so severe that a nearby naturopathy center had to be evacuated. Fire officials used foam with water to control the flames. The warehouse reportedly held stock worth ₹2-3 crore. Twelve fire engines made over 200 trips for water. An Air Force fire team also assisted. The cause of the fire is under investigation. No casualties were reported. (Updated 17 Oct 2025, 13:05 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 100 meters from a chemical-filled tanker, a 3-story oil paint shop and warehouse in Jodhpur caught fire on Thursday night
- Firefighters battled the blaze for 8 hours until 6 AM Friday
- Drums of oil paint, spirit, and thinner exploded continuously