Balasore, Oct 15: A massive fire broke out late at night at a cosmetics store located on Cinema College Road in Balasore town, resulting in significant damage.

According to initial reports, the fire is suspected to have been caused by an electrical short circuit in the four-storey building, which houses both the store and a tailoring shop. Despite the fire department’s swift response, the blaze proved difficult to control due to the presence of highly flammable materials inside the store.

The estimated loss from the fire is reported to be between Rs 7-8 crores. Firefighters continue to battle the flames, with multiple tenders deployed to manage the situation.

As of the latest updates, the cause of the fire remains under investigation, and authorities are working to determine the extent of the damage to the structure and its contents.

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