19 LPG Cylinders Found at Srinagar’s ‘Eat Out’ Restaurant During Fire Incident, Fire Department Seeks Police Action
Srinagar, April 18, KNT: The Fire and Emergency Department has sought action against an eatery in Lal Chowk after 19 LPG cylinders were recovered during a fire incident in the attic portion of the restaurant on Saturday morning.
The blaze broke out around 7 am in the attic of the “Eat Out” restaurant located in the busy commercial hub of Lal Chowk, prompting a swift response from firefighting teams.
The incident has raised concerns over safety compliance, particularly the storage of multiple gas cylinders in a confined attic space within a commercial building.
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Deputy Director Fire and Emergency Services Aquib Hussain Mir said that storing combustible materials in such a manner is hazardous and could lead to serious consequences.
“It is dangerous to store and stock combustible substances as that could prove fatal. We found 19 gas cylinders at the site and have informed the concerned police station to take action,” he said.
Hydraulic System | What It Means in Firefighting
A hydraulic system uses pressurized fluid, usually oil, to generate force and enable the movement of heavy equipment. In firefighting operations, hydraulics are commonly used in specialized vehicles such as hydraulic ladders and rescue platforms.
These systems allow firefighters to lift, extend, or maneuver equipment smoothly and with precision, especially in high-rise buildings or hard-to-reach areas. For example, a hydraulic ladder can be raised to upper floors to access fire-affected zones quickly.
Hydraulic tools are also used in rescue operations to cut through debris, lift heavy objects, and create access paths during emergencies.
In fire incidents, the use of hydraulic equipment helps reduce response time, improves operational efficiency, and enhances safety for both firefighters and people trapped inside structures.
He added that the department deployed a hydraulic system during the operation, which enabled firefighters to control and contain the blaze in a short span of time.
The attic portion of the restaurant sustained damage in the incident, while firefighters managed to save the rest of the five-storey building from being engulfed in flames.
Officials said timely intervention prevented the fire from spreading to adjoining structures in the congested market area, averting a potentially larger disaster.
The department has formally alerted the local police for further investigation and necessary action regarding safety violations. [KNT]
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