Jio tower catches fire in New Ranip amid soaring temperatures

A Jio mobile tower near Shridhar Bungalows in New Ranip, Ahmedabad, was engulfed in flames on Tuesday afternoon, reportedly due to the intense heatwave sweeping across the region. The incident, which occurred around 1.13 pm, sparked immediate concern among residents in the vicinity.

Firefighting teams from the Ahmedabad Fire and Emergency Services (AFES) reached the spot promptly and launched efforts to douse the blaze. No casualties have been reported so far, and officials are working to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to nearby structures, including residential complexes and commercial units around Kamuba Party Plot.

Preliminary reports suggest that the extreme heat may have triggered the fire, although authorities have not yet confirmed the exact cause. “The situation is under control. Our teams are on-site and working diligently to extinguish the fire. A full investigation will follow once the area is secured,” said a senior fire officer.