A massive fire broke out at the popular Jungle Jamboree Restaurant in West Delhi’s Rajouri Garden on Monday afternoon, creating panic among diners and staff.
Details of the Incident
- Time of Incident: The Delhi Fire Services (DFS) received a call about the fire at 2:01 PM near the Rajouri Garden Metro Station.
- Firefighting Response: 10 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to contain the blaze, according to Atul Garg, Delhi Fire Services Chief.
- Casualties: No casualties have been reported, but one person sustained non-burn-related injuries during the rescue operation and is currently undergoing treatment.
- Cause of Fire: The exact cause of the fire remains unknown at this stage.
Scenes at the Site
Thick black smoke engulfed the area, leading to panic among those inside the restaurant.
- Videos circulating on social media show people jumping to a nearby building to escape the fire.
- At the time of the incident, over 20 people were present inside the restaurant.
Authorities quickly responded by cordoning off the area to assist firefighting teams in their operations and ensure public safety.
The incident at Jungle Jamboree highlights the importance of fire safety measures in public establishments. While no major injuries have been reported, the swift action by the Delhi Fire Services prevented the situation from escalating further. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire.