Excelsior Correspondent
RAJOURI, Apr 22: A devastating fire incident in the remote Kotli village area of Tehsil Manjakote, has rendered a poor family homeless after their cattle-shed and a Kacha house were completely gutted in flames during last night.
Reports said the fire broke out suddenly during early hours in the muddy and wooden house of Mohd Lateef, son of Meer Bhag, a resident of Kotli Kalaban, Ward No. 6, Kohli Morha. The flames spread rapidly, reducing the entire structure to ashes within a short span of time.
The incident caused massive loss of livestock, including 15 sheep, 2 goats, 2 cows, one bull, and nearly 10-15 poultry birds. They all were charred alive in the blaze. Fortunately, no human loss or injury was reported.
Locals stated that due to the absence of proper road connectivity and lack of water availability in the area, efforts to control the fire could not be carried out in time, resulting in extensive damage.
On receiving information, a police team from Police Station Manjakote, led by SHO Manjakote Imran Khan, rushed to the spot and assessed the situation.
The affected family has suffered severe financial loss, and residents of the area have appealed to the administration for immediate relief and compensation. Meanwhile, the cause of fire is being ascertained.
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