173 fire-related incidents reported in Delhi on Diwali

The Delhi fire department today received 173 calls related to minor fire incidents from across the national capital on Diwali in which three persons sustained burn injuries.

“We received 173 fire calls till 10 PM and all were responded to with no major damage or casualties reported. The calls included eight incidents of cracker fires in which three persons sustained burn injuries who were admitted to nearby hospitals,” said a senior Delhi Fire Service officer.

Forty calls were received during the peak hours (from 8 pm to 10 pm), however, no major casualties or damages were reported, said the officer.