Sikkim: Fire breaks out in two-storied wooden house at Dentam Bazaar

A fire broke out in a two-storied wooden house at Dentam Bazaar on Monday night, causing panic among residents and shopkeepers. The fire, which reportedly started due to a short circuit, began around 8 PM and quickly spread, creating a tense situation in the area.

Local residents and shopkeepers, acting swiftly, managed to contain the blaze using fire extinguishers, preventing it from spreading to nearby structures. The timely intervention of the community helped avoid a potentially disastrous situation.

Officials have confirmed that no casualties were reported, and the fire was eventually brought under control.