Fire breaks out at shop in Adi Udupi market; no injuries reported

An accidental fire broke out at a shop in the Adi Udupi market early on Tuesday, sending a plume of smoke across the bustling street. Fire crews arrived swiftly and contained the blaze within 30 minutes, preventing it from spreading to neighboring stalls.

Adi Udupi is a well‑known commercial hub in Udupi town, frequented by locals for fresh produce and household goods. The shop, which sells textiles and spices, was caught off guard when a short circuit in its electrical wiring sparked the fire.

The incident caused extensive damage to the shop’s storefront and inventory, but luckily no casualties were reported. The shopkeeper, Mr. Raghavendra, expressed relief at the lack of injuries and plans to reopen once repairs are completed. Source: Google News – Udupi.