17 Jun 2024 | 10:41 AM UTC
India: Authorities responding to fire in Boisar, Palghar District, Maharashtra, June 17
Emergency response ongoing to fire in Boisar, Palghar District, Maharashtra, India, June 17. Transport disruptions likely.
Officials are responding to a fire at a pharmaceutical company in Boisar, Palghar District, Maharashtra, on June 17. Firefighters are at the scene and are attempting to control the flames, and there are no reports of casualties as yet. Authorities will likely provide updates in the coming hours.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the affected area. Authorities may restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Officials may also mandate additional building evacuations in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, 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 advisories, including evacuation orders.
