A major fire broke out at an automobile service centre in Kochi’s Thevara area on Tuesday morning. No injuries were reported in the Kochi Automobile Service Centre Fire, as all workers safely evacuated the building.The fire started at around 11:00 AM at the Indus Car showroom service centre located on Varavukattil Lane, Thevara. The blaze reportedly began while workers were dismantling steel frames as part of work to relocate the facility.Key HighlightsDate: September 15, 2026Time: Around 11:00 AMLocation: Varavukattil Lane, Thevara, KochiFacility: Indus Car showroom service centreCause: Sparks from welding work reportedly ignited combustible wasteFire stations involved: Club Road and Gandhi NagarFirefighting units: ThreeCasualties: No injuries or deaths reportedFire controlled: By around noonHow Did the Fire Start?According to the incident details, workers were dismantling steel frames at the automobile service centre when sparks from a welding machine reportedly fell on a nearby pile of garbage.The waste reportedly contained highly combustible materials, including paint thinner and lubricants. The material quickly caught fire, causing the flames to spread inside the service centre.The blaze also led to minor explosions as combustible materials caught fire. The situation created a serious risk because the incident occurred at a facility where vehicles, equipment and flammable materials were present.Workers initially tried to control the flames using portable fire extinguishers. However, the fire soon became too intense to contain with the available equipment.Firefighters Reach ThevaraAfter the fire grew rapidly, firefighting teams were called to the location. Three fire units from the Club Road and Gandhi Nagar fire stations reached the service centre and began operations.Firefighters worked to prevent the blaze from spreading further and brought the flames under control. The fire was completely extinguished by around 12:00 PM, according to the incident information.The quick response helped prevent the fire from turning into a larger disaster in the busy Thevara area.No Injuries ReportedA major concern during the Kochi fire accident was the safety of workers inside the service centre. Fortunately, all employees were able to leave the premises safely after the fire started.No injuries or deaths were reported.The incident caused extensive damage to the service centre and its property. Equipment and other materials inside the facility were affected by the flames.The Kochi fire news highlights the risks associated with welding and other hot-work activities around combustible materials. Proper removal of flammable waste and adequate fire-safety measures can help reduce such risks at automobile workshops and service centres.Authorities and fire personnel are expected to assess the damage and circumstances surrounding the Kochi service centre blaze.Also Read : Surat Textile Hub Fire Destroys Cargo Meant for Diwali Delivery
