Wed Oct 29 00:30:00 UTC 2025: Summary:
A fire completely destroyed a private tannery godown in Thuthipattu village near Ambur, Tirupattur, in the early hours of October 29, 2025. Residents noticed the smoke and alerted authorities, but the fire had spread significantly before firefighters arrived. It took three hours to extinguish the blaze. The godown was completely gutted, and the value of the destroyed leather goods is being assessed. Residents, particularly children and the elderly, experienced eye irritation due to the smoke. Police are investigating the cause of the fire.
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Tannery Godown Gutted by Fire Near Ambur, India
Tirupattur, October 29, 2025 – A major fire has destroyed a private tannery godown in Thuthipattu village, near Ambur in the Tirupattur district of Tamil Nadu, India. The incident occurred in the early hours of this morning, October 29, 2025, causing significant damage and concern among local residents.
According to police reports, residents first noticed thick smoke emanating from the godown around 2:00 AM. Attempts to control the fire initially were unsuccessful, and emergency services were quickly alerted.
A ten-member team of firefighters from nearby Ambur, Pernambut, and Vaniyambadi responded to the scene. However, upon arrival, the fire had already engulfed the entire facility. It took firefighters approximately three hours to extinguish the blaze.
“The godown is a complete loss,” stated a police spokesperson. “We are currently assessing the value of the leather goods destroyed in the fire.”
Residents have reported experiencing severe eye irritation, especially among children and senior citizens, due to the heavy smoke produced by the fire.
Ambur Taluk police have registered a case and are investigating the cause of the fire. The investigation is ongoing.
This incident highlights the need for stringent safety measures in industrial areas to prevent future accidents and protect the health of nearby communities.
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