Dehradun : – A catastrophic fire erupted in the early hours of Sunday, wreaking havoc upon a hotel nestled in the picturesque region of Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. Local authorities have confirmed the complete destruction of the property.
Fortunately, in the face of this raging inferno, the heroic efforts of emergency responders led to the safe rescue of three hotel staff members who were trapped within the blazing structure at the time of the incident, as reported by Mussoorie Station House Officer Shankar Singh.
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At the time of the fire, the Rink Pavilion hotel had no guests, as it was undergoing renovations, shielding potential guests from harm, Singh further explained. Prompt action was taken by deploying fire tenders from both Dehradun and Mussoorie to the scene.
According to Mussoorie Circle Officer Anil Joshi, the valiant fire-fighting teams dedicated nearly four grueling hours to extinguish the flames that threatened to engulf the establishment.
Preliminary findings point towards a short circuit as the likely cause of this devastating fire, shedding light on the urgent need for enhanced safety measures in such establishments.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of fire safety protocols and vigilance in safeguarding against such calamities. The authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation to ascertain the exact cause and circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
