A massive fire engulfed an army camp in Machhil area along the line of control (LoC) in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district on Tuesday afternoon.
Huge loss of property including arms and ammunition is feared as fire continues to rage in army’s 45 RR headquarter camp at Hamar Gali, reported news agency.
The fire, believed to be due to a short circuit, started at around 1:00 pm and engulfed the camp having in-store oil barrels, huge arms and ammunition, reports said.
At least three soldiers suffered minor burn injuries in the fire incident even as the process to douse off the flames was going on when this report was filed.
A police officer said that some blasts were also heard inside the camp.
So far eight barracks have been gutted completely along with the office building, the officer said.
“Huge loss is feared in the fire and would be estimated once the flames are brought under control,” the officer said.
An army officer also confirmed the incident and said that efforts are underway to bring the fire under control.
