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A man died after a fire broke out in a rented house in Geetagram under Angul Town police limits on Saturday night. The fire completely gutted the asbestos-roofed house and initially left the victim critically injured. The deceased has been identified as Saroj Sahu, who was staying in the house on rent.
According to reports, the fire broke out while Saroj was alone at home, as his wife and young son were outside at the time. Fire department personnel from Angul reached the spot and managed to bring the blaze under control, but the damage was already extensive by then.
Saroj was rescued from inside the burning house in a critical condition. He was immediately rushed to the Angul District Headquarters Hospital, where doctors declared him dead. His injuries were severe, and despite efforts by medical personnel, he could not be revived.
Cause Of Fire Remains Unknown
The house was entirely destroyed in the blaze, along with the asbestos sheets of the roof. The intensity of the fire left little to be salvaged. While fire services responded promptly and managed to douse the flames, the exact cause of the fire remains unclear at this point.
Authorities have not yet confirmed whether it was accidental or triggered due to foul play.
An investigation into the cause of the fire is expected, though no official statement has been released so far. The community remains in shock over the tragic death.
