A massive fire engulfed a multi-storied building in the upscale Koramangala area of Bengaluru, Karnataka, causing panic and chaos.
The incident unfolded on the fourth floor of a commercial building housing the popular 'Mud Pipe Cafe,' alongside a gym and a car showroom. The fire's outbreak led to significant injuries, with one individual resorting to a daring leap from the building's terrace to escape the flames.
According to Indian media reports, the fire, which reportedly started around noon, is believed to have ignited in the 'Mud Pipe Cafe,' a cafe where multiple LPG cylinders had been stored. The sound of blasts alerted people in the vicinity, prompting them to swiftly notify the police and fire brigade.
Eight fire tenders rushed to the scene to combat the blaze. Thankfully, the fire has been brought under control, although it left two individuals with severe injuries. According to a fire officer, the injured were receiving medical attention. It's worth noting that there were no customers inside the cafe at the time of the incident.
Several videos capturing the dramatic incident have circulated on social media platforms, revealing thick smoke billowing from the building. In one of the videos, a courageous man can be seen leaping from the rooftop in an attempt to escape the fire. Firefighters responded promptly to the scene.
Fire erupts in Mudpipe, a #Bengaluru pub on the 4th floor of the building in Tavarekere, near BTM Layout 1st Stage. One person jumped off(as seen in the 2nd video), sustained injuries & has been hospitalized pic.twitter.com/txg31AM8SS
— Karnataka Weather (@Bnglrweatherman) October 18, 2023
One young man, who found himself trapped in the inferno, resorted to the desperate measure of jumping from the fourth floor. Fortunately, he survived and is currently receiving medical care in a hospital.
In addition to alerting the police and the fire brigade, bystanders and onlookers rushed to the scene to assist in rescuing individuals who may have been trapped inside the building.
The incident has caused significant damage to the 'Mud Pipe Cafe' and the gym, with both establishments suffering substantial losses. As the investigations continue, authorities will be looking into the precise cause of the fire, especially the role of the LPG cylinders stored within the cafe premises.
