Mangaluru, May 6, 2025: A fire broke out this afternoon in a flat near the entrance of the Kudroli temple in Mangaluru. The incident took place on the third floor of a five-storey residential building.
Preliminary reports suggest that a short circuit may have triggered the blaze. Fortunately, the affected flat was unoccupied at the time.
In a quick act of bravery, local residents rescued an individual who was trapped in a neighbouring flat, preventing any serious harm. Fire and emergency services responded swiftly and successfully brought the fire under control, ensuring no major damage or injuries occurred.
The prompt action of the fire brigade played a crucial role in averting a potentially larger tragedy.