In a shocking incident in Coimbatore, live electric wires suddenly fell on a busy road near Naz Theatre, narrowly missing pedestrians and vehicles. Police promptly halted traffic and ensured public safety until electricity board officials arrived.
Coimbatore: A potentially dangerous situation unfolded in the heart of Coimbatore city when live electric wires suddenly detached from a pole and fell onto a busy street near the historic Naz Theatre, causing panic among pedestrians and motorists.
The incident occurred on the one-way stretch connecting the Coimbatore Corporation office to Ukkadam bus stand, a road known for its heavy traffic and bustling commercial activities. This area, which includes landmarks like Town Hall and Kadai Veedhi, is a hub for retail and wholesale businesses, selling everything from groceries and household items to fruits and textiles.
Eyewitnesses reported that the fallen wires landed on a parked two-wheeler, narrowly missing passersby. Quick-thinking local shopkeepers and bystanders immediately sprang into action, stopping vehicles from entering the affected area and alerting the Ukkadam police.
Responding swiftly to the emergency call, police officers arrived at the scene and cordoned off the area, effectively halting all traffic movement. They then contacted the electricity board officials to address the hazardous situation.
The sudden fall of live wires created a tense atmosphere in the usually bustling area. Some bystanders at a nearby tea stall humorously speculated that the incident might have been caused by an unusually high number of squirrels running along the wires, adding a touch of levity to the otherwise serious situation.
This incident has raised concerns about the maintenance of electrical infrastructure in the city's high-traffic areas. Local residents and business owners are calling for a thorough inspection of overhead electrical lines to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported due to the prompt action of the public and the efficient response of the police. The electricity board officials are expected to conduct a detailed investigation into the cause of the wire detachment and implement necessary safety measures.
The incident occurred on the one-way stretch connecting the Coimbatore Corporation office to Ukkadam bus stand, a road known for its heavy traffic and bustling commercial activities. This area, which includes landmarks like Town Hall and Kadai Veedhi, is a hub for retail and wholesale businesses, selling everything from groceries and household items to fruits and textiles.
Eyewitnesses reported that the fallen wires landed on a parked two-wheeler, narrowly missing passersby. Quick-thinking local shopkeepers and bystanders immediately sprang into action, stopping vehicles from entering the affected area and alerting the Ukkadam police.
Responding swiftly to the emergency call, police officers arrived at the scene and cordoned off the area, effectively halting all traffic movement. They then contacted the electricity board officials to address the hazardous situation.
The sudden fall of live wires created a tense atmosphere in the usually bustling area. Some bystanders at a nearby tea stall humorously speculated that the incident might have been caused by an unusually high number of squirrels running along the wires, adding a touch of levity to the otherwise serious situation.
This incident has raised concerns about the maintenance of electrical infrastructure in the city's high-traffic areas. Local residents and business owners are calling for a thorough inspection of overhead electrical lines to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported due to the prompt action of the public and the efficient response of the police. The electricity board officials are expected to conduct a detailed investigation into the cause of the wire detachment and implement necessary safety measures.