Srinagar: A massive fire broke out near Jamia Masjid Srinagar on Friday, causing panic in the area as several shops were engulfed in flames.
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Officials from Fire and Emergency Services (F&ES) said fire tenders were rushed to the spot soon after the incident was reported, and efforts were launched to bring the blaze under control.
Police and local volunteers also joined the operation to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures in the congested locality.
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The exact cause of the fire and extent of damage were not immediately known.
