An investigation is underway to ascertain the cause of the fire, officials said.
Imphal:
At least two persons suffered minor injuries and over 15 houses were burnt in a fire in Manipur’s Moreh town along the India-Myanmar border on Sunday, a defence statement said.
The fire erupted in Mission Veng locality of Moreh in Tengnoupal district, it said.
“Assam Rifles and Manipur Fire Services promptly and doused a massive fire that engulfed 15-20 houses in Mission Veng locality in Tengnoupal district,” it said.
Two injured persons were evacuated and first-aid was administered, the statement added.
An investigation is underway to ascertain the cause of the fire, officials said.
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