New Delhi, June 10 -- As Delhi continues to witness dry conditions and higher temperatures this summer, Chief Fire Officer AK Malik on Wednesday noted that while these conditions typically lead to more fires, the current numbers are notably higher than those recorded last year.

Speaking to ANI, Malik said that despite the department's efforts to increase manpower, they are struggling to keep the situation under control, and the increase in fatalities has turned the situation into a critical concern.

"Every year during the summer season, we see a rise in fire incidents in North India due to dry conditions and soaring temperatures; while the number of calls has increased this time as well, the figure is significantly higher compared to la...