Mumbai: Panic swept through Borivali railway station following a fire that broke out on the skywalk adjoining the station’s western side. Eyewitnesses described sudden flames and sparks erupting from the structure, prompting commuters to rush to safety. No injuries or casualties were reported in the incident, a fire brigade official said on Friday.
The Mumbai Fire Brigade responded swiftly, dispatching two fire tenders to the scene following an emergency alert. “The fire was brought under control quickly, and no one was harmed on Thursday late night ,” said a fire brigade official.
Dramatic videos of the incident circulated widely on social media, capturing sparks flying from a dense cluster of electrical cables attached to the skywalk and flames spreading downward. A thick smoke was seen billowing as commuters hurried away from the affected area. Police cordoned off the skywalk to secure the site and facilitate firefighting operations, temporarily disrupting pedestrian movement.
While the cause of the fire is under investigation, initial assessments suggest an electrical fault may have triggered the blaze. Authorities have launched a detailed probe to determine the source and to check for any lapses in safety protocols.
Earlier the same day, another fire incident was reported at Sarova Complex, a 32-storey residential tower in Thakur Village, Kandivali East. The fire, which broke out around 8:45 am, was quickly brought under control by about 9:15 am.
According to the Mumbai Fire Brigade, the blaze was confined to electrical wiring, household items, and installations, with a suspected short circuit as the likely cause. Emergency teams, including fire brigade personnel, local police, and Adani Electricity technicians, responded promptly, and all residents were safely evacuated without injury.
These back-to-back incidents have raised concerns about electrical safety in public infrastructure and residential complexes across Mumbai. Authorities have urged regular maintenance checks and adherence to safety standards to prevent a recurrence.
