India: Authorities responding to fire at Hotel Alento in Jamnagar, Gujarat State, Aug. 11

Event

Emergency crews are responding to a fire at Hotel Alento in Jamnagar, Gujarat State, late Aug. 11; the cause of the blaze as yet remains undetermined. Preliminary reports indicate at least 35 people may have been injured in the incident, with 25 possibly still trapped inside the building.

Authorities will probably maintain increased security in the area; roadblocks are likely to facilitate the ongoing response. Localized transport disruptions will probably continue for some hours after the fire has been extinguished, especially near Dwarka highway in Moti Khavdi.

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 affecting 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.