Four shops gutted in fire at Kalpetta

Wednesday, February 29, 2012: Four shops were gutted in a devastating fire at a building market here on Wednesday morning.
Reports said the fire broke out from an electronic shop and engulfed three adjoining shops. Locals have hailed the role of police and their timely intervention in controlling fire.
As thick smoke emanated from the building, the local people alerted the police and the Fire and Rescue Services. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot and the blaze was brought under control after two hours, the Fire and Rescue Services personnel.
No casualty has been reported