A massive fire and repeated explosions engulfed a scrap yard in Chakradharpur. Nearby residents fled their homes as firefighters worked to control the blaze.A massive fire and repeated explosions engulfed a scrap yard in Chakradharpur.
Chakradharpur,Nov 13, 2026 21:34 ISTA massive fire broke out at a scrap yard on Toklo Road in Chakradharpur, Jharkhand, triggering panic among local residents after a series of explosions were heard during the blaze.The fire engulfed Chunchun Kabadi Yard, with flames spreading rapidly and creating chaos in the surrounding area. Several explosions occurred one after another as the fire continued to rage, alarming residents and triggering panic.Fearing that the fire could spread to their homes, several families began vacating their houses.
Residents were seen rushing to safer locations with their children and essential belongings as the towering flames and repeated explosions heightened fears of the blaze spreading to nearby homes.The situation created a chaotic atmosphere in the locality, with people scrambling to move to safety amid the loud explosions and intense flames. The possibility of the fire reaching nearby residential buildings also raised concerns among residents.A fire brigade vehicle and police personnel reached the spot, and efforts to douse the flames were underway.
However, the intensity of the fire posed a major challenge to the firefighting operation, which was being carried out with a single fire engine.The exact cause of the fire remains unclear. However, a suspected firecracker-related incident is being considered as a possible cause. - Ends