An amplifier attached with the electric pole outside the Collectorate went up in flames today morning at around 11:30.  Two Fire Brigades responded to the scene and controlled the fire.

No causalities have been reported though few cars were parked near the electricity pole located on the busy road.

According to sources, a short circuit in the amplifier rooted flames with sparks, which consecutively inflated the fire with several blasts; police personnel and locals rushed to stop vehicles passing through the road.

Sources also say that a few people had called the electricity department (RSEB) to cut-off the power supply but no immediate action was taken by them.

Fire Brigade vehicles arrived on spot and controlled the fire within minutes.

More Photos from the scene.