India: Authorities responding to fire in Andheri West area of Mumbai July 29

Event

Authorities are responding to a fire that broke out in a building near Andheri Sports Complex in the Andheri West area of Mumbai July 29. The cause of the fire is unclear. No casualties have been reported, though officials may provide updates in the coming hours. Emergency personnel have reportedly closed multiple roadways in the area.

Authorities will probably maintain increased security in the area; roadblocks are likely to facilitate the ongoing response. Localized transport disruptions are likely to continue until the fire is extinguished and investigations conclude. Lingering disruptions will likely continue once emergency responders extinguish the fire, as investigators inspect the incident.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Check for transport disruptions and seek alternative routes if necessary. Consider remaining indoors if heavy smoke is in the area, especially if you suffer from respiratory illness, such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.