A devastating fire ripped through a multi-story shopping complex in Thaliparamba, Kannur, on Thursday evening, reducing approximately ten shops to ashes. The inferno reportedly ignited around 5:30 PM in a toy store on the ground floor of the three-story building, located in the bustling heart of Thaliparamba town. Fueled by unknown circumstances, the flames rapidly consumed adjacent commercial spaces. Emergency services responded swiftly, with multiple fire tenders deployed to combat the blaze. Initial reports indicate that all staff and shoppers were safely evacuated, averting any human casualties. Firefighters are working tirelessly to extinguish the remaining embers and prevent further escalation. The cause of the fire is under investigation, with preliminary suspicions pointing towards an electrical short circuit. The complex, housing around 50 businesses, is situated amidst other commercial establishments, making containment a critical challenge.
