Massive Fire and Blast at Kachigam Scrap Godown in Daman: 5 Severely Injured Including Two Infants; Panic Grips the Region
War-Like Scenes at 6 PM in Kachigam: Explosions in Chemical Drums Trigger Inferno
Monday evening turned into a nightmare for the residents of the Kachigam area in the Union Territory of Daman. At approximately 6:00 PM, a massive fire erupted at a scrap godown located perilously close to a residential cluster. What initially appeared to be a minor blaze transformed into a towering inferno within minutes.
As workers and nearby residents attempted to douse the flames with water, a series of violent explosions occurred. It is suspected that highly flammable substances or chemical drums stored inside the godown ignited. The blasts were so powerful that the tremors were felt kilometers away, sending fireballs high into the sky and immediately threatening adjacent houses. In the ensuing chaos, five people, including innocent children and women, were caught in the flames.
Condition of All Five Victims Critical: Emergency Treatment Underway
The sudden explosion caused severe burn injuries to five individuals. According to the latest reports from the scene, the victims include:
- One Adult Male
- One Adult Female
- One Young Girl
- Two Young Boys (Infants/Toddlers)
Eyewitnesses described a harrowing scene as the victims were rushed via ambulance to the nearest government hospital. Their conditions are reported to be extremely critical. It is currently unclear whether the victims are family members of the godown laborers or neighbors living in the immediate vicinity. The Daman Police are currently at the hospital to identify the victims and record official statements.
Suspected Illegal Storage of Chemical Drums: Investigation Intensifies
Local reports suggest that the godown operators had recently brought in several chemical drums from nearby industrial units. These drums likely contained hazardous and volatile chemicals. As the heat from the fire intensified, the internal pressure caused the drums to rupture, resulting in the massive blasts that accelerated the spread of the fire.
Strict regulations prohibit the storage of chemical waste or drums in general scrap yards, especially near residential zones. How such dangerous materials were being stored in the heart of Kachigam is now a major subject of investigation. While the Daman Fire Department eventually brought the blaze under control after hours of labor, the godown has been completely gutted.
Former MP Lalu Patel and High-Ranking Officials Visit the Site
Given the gravity of the incident, former Daman & Diu MP Lalu Patel rushed to Kachigam to assess the situation. He visited the affected families and ordered the administration to conduct a thorough inquiry. Senior police and administrative officials also inspected the site.
Preliminary findings point toward significant negligence by the godown operator. The police are in the process of filing a First Information Report (FIR). The investigation will focus on:
- Whether the godown possessed a valid operating license.
- The presence (or lack) of functional fire safety equipment.
- Who authorized the storage of industrial chemicals in a residential area.
Public Outrage Over Hazardous Godowns in Residential Zones
The Kachigam tragedy has reignited public anger against the numerous scrap yards operating amidst residential colonies across Daman. Local residents complained that despite multiple past petitions, the administration has failed to take action against these “ticking time bombs.”
The area remains under heavy police presence, and a Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team is expected to arrive to pinpoint the exact cause of the blast. The citizens of Daman are now demanding the immediate relocation of all scrap yards from residential limits to prevent such a catastrophe from recurring.
Incident at a Glance:
| Category | Information |
| Location | Scrap Godown, Kachigam, Daman |
| Time | Monday, approx. 6:00 PM |
| Victims | 5 People (2 Boys, 1 Girl, 1 Woman, 1 Man) |
| Primary Cause | Chemical drum explosions followed by a massive fire |
| Inquiry Status | Daman Police and Fire Dept. conducting joint probe |
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