Trailer-Mounted Rig Catches Fire in Thane, No Injuries
Trailer-mounted rig catches fire, no injuries reported.
A dramatic fire broke out on a trailer-mounted rig machine in the early hours of Thursday, illuminating the Eastern Express Highway in Thane’s Naupada area. The blaze, reported at 3:46 AM near a local temple, engulfed the rig’s battery and control panel, causing significant damage to the heavy equipment. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, according to Yasin Tadvi, chief of the Thane Municipal Corporation’s disaster management cell. The swift response from the fire and disaster management teams brought the inferno under control by 4:30 AM, preventing further escalation.
The rig was being transported from Kalyan to Mahim in Mumbai when the fire erupted, halting traffic on the busy highway. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as flames lit up the pre-dawn sky, with emergency crews racing to contain the blaze. Authorities are now investigating the cause of the fire, which remains unknown. Preliminary assessments suggest an electrical fault in the battery or control panel may be to blame, though officials are awaiting a detailed probe to confirm. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of transporting heavy machinery on major highways, prompting calls for stricter regulations.
Local residents expressed relief that no one was harmed, but the event disrupted early morning commuters, with traffic diverted until the situation was resolved. The damaged rig, a critical piece of equipment likely intended for construction or industrial use, now faces costly repairs. Thane’s disaster management team commended the rapid response, emphasizing their readiness to handle such emergencies. As investigations continue, officials are urging transport companies to ensure rigorous safety checks to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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