Yet another fire at New Market, Kolkata

May 18, 2015 13:37

Fire breaks out in Kolkata's New Market, 12 fire tenders have rushed to the spot. The fire is at the fish market in New Market. Shop owners say fire tenders arrived late. Eyewitnesses say there wasn't enough water to douse the fire.

The New Market area which consist of over a century old SS Hogg Market, Shreeram Arcade, the New Empire cinema hall and a variety of standalone shops and restaurants, is one of the premier shopping centers of the city.

Fires have broken out at the New Market area almost every year. The fire started almost an hour ago and the flames have yet to be doused. The fish market is in a very crowded area and road access for the fire tinders are difficult.

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