1 year ago
Surat Sees Fire Incidents Prompting Crackdowns and Flight Disruptions
In Surat, there were two fire-related problems.
First, the city government removed unsafe additions to a market building after a fire.
This happened because people added structures without permission, which made it dangerous.
Also, at the airport, firecrackers used to scare away birds accidentally set the grass on fire.
This caused some planes to land at different airports and caused delays for others.
The fire took a long time to put out because of the strong wind, but eventually was extinguished.
Authorities are investigating both incidents to prevent similar issues in the future.
SMC removed unauthorized structures from Avadh Ruturaj Market after a fire.
A fire at Surat International Airport, caused by bird-scaring firecrackers, led to flight diversions and delays.
The airport fire took 90 minutes to extinguish due to high winds.
SMC action followed the fire at Avadh Ruturaj, which was caused by illegal structures.
Previous fires highlighted the fire hazards of unauthorized construction in Surat.
- Who
- Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC), Surat International Airport, Fire department.
- What
- Fire incidents at Surat, one at Avadh Ruturaj Market, another at Surat Airport.
- Where
- Surat, India: Avadh Ruturaj Market and Surat International Airport.
- When
- Avadh Ruturaj fire: May 16; Airport fire: Thursday afternoon.
- Why
- Avadh Ruturaj: Illegal construction and fire hazards; Airport: Firecrackers used to deter birds ignited the grass.
Key facts
- Market Structure Removed
- Unauthorised shed, rooftop and ground floor
- Airport Fire Cause
- Firecrackers
- Flights Diverted
- 3
- Time to Extinguish Airport Fire
- 90 minutes
- Market Area Freed
- 9,900 sq ft



