Massive fire destroys poultry farm near Cheyyar, kills over 5,000 birds

A major fire broke out at a poultry farm near Cheyyar, claiming the lives of over 5,000 chickens and causing extensive damage to the facility. Emergency responders rushed to the scene after receiving distress calls about the blaze.

The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation, though officials are examining multiple possibilities including electrical faults and operational mishaps. The rapid spread of flames through the farm structures made it difficult for initial containment efforts.

Local fire department personnel worked to control the blaze and prevent it from spreading to adjacent properties. The scale of the incident has prompted concerns about safety standards at poultry farming operations in the region.

The farm owner has suffered substantial financial losses from the incident. Authorities have launched a formal inquiry to determine the precise circumstances that led to the fire and to assess compliance with safety regulations at the facility.