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Massive fire hits JWR Logistics Park near Panvel, no injuries reported
A massive fire broke out at the JWR Logistics facility near Panvel on April 18, 2026, with explosions reported in a hazardous chemical storage area. Fire personnel from multiple agencies mobilised several fire engines, but the blaze remained active for hours and no injuries were reported.
Why It Matters
The incident underscores fire safety challenges in rapidly expanding warehousing zones around Panvel-JNPA and highlights the vulnerability of critical logistics infrastructure to hazardous material fires.
Timeline
4 Events
No injuries reported; investigation to determine cause
April 18, 2026
Officials stated that no injuries were reported and the exact cause of the fire would be established after a detailed probe. They said efforts would continue late into the evening.
Fire approaching control but access hampered by hazardous materials
April 18, 2026
Officials said the fire was almost under control, but because it involved a hazardous area, emergency teams faced difficulty entering the main section.
Emergency response mobilised
April 18, 2026
CIDCO chief fire officer Vijay Rane said they received a call and immediately mobilised resources. Nine fire vehicles from multiple agencies were deployed to combat the blaze.
Fire reported at JWR Logistics facility
April 18, 2026
Around 3 pm, a massive fire broke out at the JWR Logistics facility on the Palaspe-JNPA Highway near Padeghar, close to Panvel. Explosions were heard shortly after the fire started as flames spread to an area storing hazardous chemical materials, complicating access for emergency teams.