Archive · 28 Nov 2025
Experts Urge Stricter Fire Safety in Hyderabad's High-Rises
Hyderabad is getting taller buildings, some with 55 floors.
The fire department has special trucks that can reach up to 18 floors, but that's not enough for the tallest buildings.
Experts say buildings need better fire safety systems like sprinklers and alarms.
They also want people to know what to do in case of a fire.
A recent big fire in Hong Kong showed how dangerous fires in tall buildings can be.
The fire department has some big trucks and water carriers, but they think the buildings themselves need to be safer.
Hyderabad's tallest buildings exceed 50 storeys, surpassing the reach of current fire department equipment.
Experts emphasize the need for robust internal fire suppression systems in high-rises.
The fire department has two Bronto Sky Lifts that can reach up to 18 floors.
Residents and officials call for better enforcement of fire safety norms and education on emergency protocols.
A recent catastrophic fire in Hong Kong's high-rise buildings highlights the urgency of improving fire safety measures.
- Who
- Experts, Hyderabad Fire Department, High-rise residents
- What
- Call for stricter fire safety enforcement in Hyderabad's high-rises
- When
- Thursday (contextual reference to Hong Kong fire)
- Where
- Hyderabad, India
- Why
- To prevent potential fire catastrophes in tall buildings
- Highest Building Height
- 55 floors
- Bronto Sky Lift Reach
- 54 meters (18 floors)
- Snorkel Reach
- 30 meters (10 floors)
- Advanced Water Tenders
- 9
- Water Bowsers
- 21
- Basic Fire Tenders
- 160
