September7 , 2026

    Fire breaks out at VCTPL

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    On 14 September 2024, a fire broke out at Visakhapatnam Container Terminal Private Limited (VCTPL) in India. The fire originated from a 40ft container carrying lithium batteries , which had arrived from China and was bound for Kolkata.

    As The Times of India reported, quick response by firefighters brought the situation under control within two hours, with no injuries or significant damage reported. The container’s contents were safely removed and disposed of following safety protocols.

    The incident occurred near a movie set, which was located in the vicinity of the terminal. Fortunately, VCTPL assured that all safety measures were in place, and the movie crew remained unharmed throughout the event.

    An internal investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire. Filming at the site remained unaffected.