Fire Breaks Out at Fireworks Shop in Visakhapatnam Market Road

Visakhapatnam: A major fire broke out at a Shiva Fireworks shop located on the busy New Gajuwaka Market Road, triggering panic among locals on Thursday. Thick flames and smoke billowed from the shop, alarming people in the area.

Fire department personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information and managed to bring the blaze under control. The incident also led to heavy traffic congestion along the market road.

Visakhapatnam South ACP Srinivas stated that the shop did not have prior police permission. He added that the shop owner had later approached the court and obtained approvals. The officer emphasized that sale of explosive materials is not permitted in residential and commercial crowded areas and said action would be taken against the shop owner.