11 Dec 2024 | 12:53 PM UTC
India: Fire reported at Gopal Snacks Limited factory in the Metoda GIDC area of Rajkot Dec. 11
Authoreties responding to fire at Gopal Snacks Limited factory in the Metoda GIDC area of Rajkot, India, Dec. 11. Avoid the area.
Authorities are responding to a fire at the Gopal Snacks Limited factory in the Metoda GIDC area of Rajkot on Dec. 11. The cause of the fire and any casualties remain unclear. Firefighters are at the scene attempting to control the flames that have spread to nearby buildings.
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 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.
