15 houses gutted by fire at Sachu Colony, Dimapur

Fifteen houses were completely devastated in a major fire incident that occurred at Sachu Colony, Dimapur on Thursday morning at around 10 am.
Officials informed that 15 houses were completely destroyed while one house was partially damaged in the incident, however, no casualties were reported.
Officials informed that six fire tenders were pressed into action from the Central, Western and Chumoukedima fire stations.
The fire had rendered around 40 families comprising of around 80 people without shelter. Investigation was on to ascertain the cause of the incident.
Meanwhile, Moatoshi Longkumer MLA of Dimapur-II including Vikheho LJP candidate rushed to the site and also provided cash and rations to the affected victims. Several other organisations have also pledged relief items including food.