DC Correspondent |
23 Jan 2025
Kurnool: A massive fire broke out at Santosh Cotton Ginning and Pressing Mill in Adoni town, Kurnool district, on Wednesday morning, causing extensive damage.
Cotton bales and cotton seeds valued at approximately ₹8.80 crore were destroyed in the incident, according to the mill’s management. Two trolley autos parked on the premises were also gutted. Firefighters worked for several hours to control the blaze, but the damage was substantial.
Preliminary reports suggest the fire was caused by a short circuit, although police are investigating other possible causes. The intensity of the fire caused panic in the surrounding area as thick smoke filled the sky. Residents and workers in the vicinity were evacuated as a precaution to avoid casualties. Adoni police have registered a case and are conducting a detailed investigation.--- DC
(Source: www.deccanchronicle.com)