KOLLAM: A major fire broke out in a coir factory at Ochira, Kollam. The fire broke out at Ochira Nivas Coir factory owned by Rajan of Alumpeedika. The incident happened late last night. The reason for the fire is not known.

The factory and the vehicle loaded with goods in the premises have been completely destroyed in the fire. The fire force from Kayamkulam and Ochira stations, locals and the police took one and a half hours to douse the flames. A loss of Rs 50 lakh has been estimated.