Thoothukudi, April 18 -- A fire broke out at the Vijayalakshmi Warehouse located in Thoothukudi on Saturday, causing panic in the area.

Upon receiving information, fire and rescue teams from SIPCOT, Thoothukudi district, and Thoothukudi Thermal stations rushed to the spot and engaged in firefighting operations.

Due to the prompt action of the firefighters, the blaze was quickly brought under control. During the firefighting process, a nearby wall reportedly collapsed. However, no casualties were reported in the incident, according to fire department sources.

During the incident, District Officer Karunakaran, Assistant District Officer Gomathi Amutha, and SIPCOT Fire Station Officer T Karthikeyan, among others, were present at the site ...