A massive fire broke out early Sunday morning at a boat anchoring point on Ashtamudi Lake in Kerala's Kollam, destroying more than ten fishing boats. Six fire force units rushed to the spot and brought the fire under control. No casualties were reported.
According to a report by news agency ANI, the blaze erupted around 2:30 am near the Kureepuzha church, close to the Ayyankovil temple. The exact cause of the fire remains unclear.
Kollam, Kerala: A massive fire broke out early Sunday morning at a boat anchoring point on Ashtamudi Lake, destroying more than ten fishing boats. Six Fire Force units rushed to the spot and brought the fire under control. No casualties were reported. The blaze erupted around…— ANI (@ANI) December 7, 2025
According to officials, gas cylinders stored on the boats exploded soon after the fire started, intensifying the blaze. Many of the damaged boats reportedly belonged to fishermen from Kolachal and Poovar.
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