Massive fire breaks out at engine oil factory in Kolkata

KOLKATA (West Bengal): A massive fire broke out at an engine oil factory in Shairabad, Dhapa, in Kolkata, officials reported on Tuesday.

Upon receiving the information, five fire tenders were rushed to the scene and started operations to douse the blaze.

#WATCH | West Bengal: A massive fire breaks out at an engine oil factory in Shairabad, Dhapa in Kolkata. 5 fire tenders are at the spot. Firefighting operations are underway. Details awaited. pic.twitter.com/9G4JeKsigh

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The exact cause of the blaze could not be ascertained immediately.

A video showed billows of smoke coming out of the building. Some locals can be seen gathered on the spot.

More details are awaited. (ANI)