Srinagar, Feb. 14 -- Officials said that the fire erupted around 10:01 PM on Thursday at Maloora Shalteng, where five residential sheds were engulfed by flames.

Soon after receiving information, fire and emergency service officials rushed to the spot to contain the fire, they said, as per news agency JKNS.

The fire caused severe to partly damage to roofing, furnishing, bedding, and household goods. While some belongings were completely destroyed, officials added.

Fire and emergency services managed to bring the flames under control, preventing further destruction. However, the cause of the fire was not immediately known, they said.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from The Kashmir Observer....