Shimla, Feb. 11 -- A sudden fire broke out in Kuhahvi village under Gram Panchayat Patta, near Jayanagar in Arki subdivision of Solan district on Monday, reducing a house and adjoining cowshed to ashes.
The property belonged to Chet Ram Thakur. The blaze reportedly spread rapidly, triggering panic in the area as thick smoke engulfed the premises.
According to local sources, the fire assumed a fierce form within minutes and completely destroyed household belongings kept inside the house. Villagers rushed to the spot and made collective efforts to control the flames.
After sustained efforts, they managed to douse the inferno and prevented it from spreading to nearby structures.
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