Huge Blaze Engulfs Private Oil Godown in Chennai's Vichoor, Firefighters Battle to Contain Flames
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- •A massive fire broke out at a private oil godown in Chennai's Vichoor on May 25, 2026, at around 11:30 a.m.
- •The fire spread to a nearby premises, with oil barrels exploding one after another, and one woman sustained burn injuries.
- •Firefighters from the Fire and Rescue Services battled to contain the flames, deploying water tankers to douse the fire.
- •The cause of the fire is not yet known, and an investigation is likely to be launched to determine the circumstances surrounding the blaze.
- •The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of oil godowns in the city, with many calling for stricter regulations and safety protocols to be put in place.
A devastating fire swept through a private oil godown in the Vichoor area of Chennai on Monday, May 25, 2026, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake. The blaze, which began at around 11:30 a.m., quickly spread to a nearby premises, with oil barrels exploding one after another, sending thick plumes of smoke billowing into the air. The fire was so intense that firefighters from the Fire and Rescue Services were initially unable to approach the spot, hindered by the sheer ferocity of the flames.
