KARACHI: A fire that had erupted at a wood godown early Friday night here in the city's North Karachi area was brought under control after three hours, rescue officials said, adding that it initially spread fast as it was consuming on the wood stored inside.
According to the officials, at least six fire brigade vehicles were rushed to the site to douse the huge fire. Cooling process is now underway, chief fire officer said.
The official added that no loss of life was reported and the extent of the financial damage caused could be ascertained after the completion of the cooling process.
The residents of the area also cooperate in extinguishing the fire, he said.
"There was a bit of a challenge in bringing the water since the hydrants are far away and it took some time to transport it," he said.
Earlier, officials had informed that while there was no person inside the godown at the time of the blaze, they are attempting to access it from the back door as well, considering that the one on the front is too challenging to go near to and also completely blocked by the fire.