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About National Fire Service Week
Military , Safety & Security
Transportation , India
Ends: Apr 20, 2025
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India's National Fire Service Day and Week are observed on April 14 every year to commemorate the lives lost in the Mumbai Dock Fire of 1944, one of the most devastating fires in Indian history. The day and week raise awareness about fire safety, prevention, and protection measures and recognize the invaluable contributions and sacrifices made by firefighters and first responders. The day honors and pays tribute to the 71 firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
Throughout the week, various events and activities promote fire safety and prevention to the public. Fire stations often hold open houses, conduct demonstrations and drills, and organize seminars and workshops to educate people about fire hazards and how to respond in case of an emergency.
ABOUT THE MUMBAI DOCK FIRE
The Mumbai Dock Fire, also known as the Bombay Explosion, occurred on April 14, 1944, during World War II, at the Victoria Dock of Bombay (now Mumbai), the busiest port city in British India.
The disaster occurred when the freighter SS Fort Stikine, a ship carrying a mixed cargo that included ammunition, cotton bales, gold, and other materials, caught fire. The fire quickly spread, and the ship's cargo of explosives detonated in two massive blasts, causing widespread destruction in the surrounding area.
The explosion resulted in the deaths of between 800 and 1,300 people and injured over 3,000 others. The blast caused extensive damage to the Victoria Dock, nearby buildings, and infrastructure, leaving a significant part of the dock area in ruins damaging or destroying several ships moored nearby.
The exact cause of the fire is believed to be a combination of factors, including the highly combustible cotton bales in the proximity of the explosives. The tragedy highlighted the dangers of handling hazardous materials in congested port areas and led to changes in the handling and storage of such materials.
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