Major fire destroys furniture shop in Peenya; one cow killed

A massive fire broke out at a furniture shop in Peenya, Bengaluru, late last evening, reportedly due to a short circuit. The incident led to the complete destruction of furniture worth several lakhs of rupees and tragically claimed the life of a cow that was tied nearby.

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According to eyewitnesses, the fire began suddenly and quickly spread throughout the premises due to the presence of highly flammable wooden materials and upholstery. Thick black smoke could be seen billowing into the sky as nearby residents and shopkeepers raised an alarm.

Firefighters rushed to the spot and battled the flames for several hours before bringing the situation under control. Fortunately, no human casualties were reported, but the loss of property was significant. One cow, unable to escape the fire, died on the spot, adding to the emotional distress of the incident.

Authorities suspect an electrical short circuit as the cause of the fire, though a full investigation is underway to confirm the exact reason. Local officials have urged business owners in the area to check their electrical systems regularly to avoid similar tragedies.