It is learnt that despite an inspection of potential sites for the overhead water tank at the marketplace in Margao ten months ago, the authorities have reportedly failed to expedite work on the project till date. There have been several fire incidents reported in the markets across the state. Shops in the market are located close to one another, hence even a small fire in one of the shops can turn the entire market into an inferno in no time. Fire engines may not be able to enter the narrow passages in the market. If a fire incident does take place in the market, the loss suffered by the shopkeepers could run into crores of rupees and could even result in loss of lives. Fire-hydrant plays a vital role in preventing a fire from spreading. These fire hydrants are connected to a water supply. Firefighters can connect their hoses to the fire hydrant to get water for fighting fires. It is designed to provide rapid access to water if a fire breaks out. The overhead tank boosts water pressure for fire-hydrants and hence these tanks are a necessity in every marketplace.
