09 Dec 2023 | 04:24 AM UTC
India: Warehouse fire ongoing in Andarkuppam area of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Dec. 9
Emergency crews responding to a warehouse fire in Andarkuppam area of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Dec. 9. Localized disruptions likely.
Emergency crews are responding to a fire at a chemical storage warehouse in the Andarkuppam area of Chennai the morning of Dec. 9. The cause of the blaze is unclear. There are no immediate reports of casualties or the fire spreading to other compounds.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions will likely continue in the coming hours. Authorities will probably restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Officials may also mandate building evacuations and business closures in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a 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. Heed all official instructions including evacuation orders.
