Huge Loss: Godown catches fire in Korangi

KARACHI: A multi-storey godown containing leather goods was nearly gutted when a fire erupted at 100-Quarters in Korangi. No loss of life was reported, however, goods worth millions of rupees were burnt to ashes. The roof of the godown collapsed while the fire also damaged two houses located next to it. The fire brigade spokesperson said that a huge quantity of hides of sacrificial animals and carpets were destroyed in the fire. The fire fighters were still engaged in rescue efforts till the filing of this news story. The fire brigade spokesperson said that the cause of the fire has yet to be ascertained. Meanwhile, the godown owner claimed that they were receiving extortion threats and the fire could be a warning. The police are looking into these developments.

Published in The Express Tribune, October 1^st, 2015.