Major fire at Kozhikode S M Street; fire breaks out at shoe shop

KOZHIKODE: A major fire broke out at the S M Street also known as Mittai Theruvu. Five units of the fire force have reached the spot and are trying to douse the flames. The fire broke out at the junior fancy store of V K M Building Shopping Complex on Moideen Pally Road. The shop is on the third floor of the building.

The firefighters are examining how much the fire has spread. They are also seeing whether anyone is trapped in the area. Although fifteen people were there at the time of fire, they had escaped from the spot. The two who were inside at the time of the fire have been rescued. Initial reports said short circuit is the cause of fire. The officials said a detailed reason will be known only later.

The police said the fire has been brought under control and the rescue operations were carried by the police and fire brigade and three shops were completely gutted.