According to official sources, the company was a system integrator and manufacturer specialized in intelligent logistics system planning, engineering, production, implementation, and maintenance. The company's products mainly included intelligent logistics system equipment and related software.
The fire is believed to have started on the second floor of the building and quickly spread to the other floors due to the presence of inflammable materials. The flames were noticed first by the workers who were inside the building at the time. They quickly alerted the authorities and started evacuating the building.
The fire brigade department rushed to the spot and managed to control the fire after more than three hours of intense firefighting. The firefighters had to break open the windowpanes, deploy the dousing chemicals and used the tankers to extinguish the fire.
As per preliminary investigations, the fire might have started due to a short circuit. However, the exact reason behind the fire will only be ascertained after a detailed investigation. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported in the incident, though the property loss was huge.
The factory's management immediately informed the police about the incident. A team of police officials also visited the spot to investigate the matter. The police have registered a case and are investigating the incident to ascertain the exact cause of the fire.
The company's management has also expressed shock and deep regret over this incident. They have assured that they will take every possible step to ensure that such incidents do not happen in the future, and a comprehensive investigation will be conducted to identify the root cause of the fire.
Speaking to the media, a company spokesperson said, "We are shocked and saddened by this incident. We would like to express our deepest regret and condolences to all those who have been affected by this unfortunate incident. We want to assure our customers and partners that we will take all necessary measures to ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future."
The incident has come as a big blow to the business community in the city, especially to the event management and logistics industry. This incident is also a stark reminder of the importance of adhering to safety protocols and regulations prescribed by the authorities.
In conclusion, this incident highlights the need for businesses to be proactive in implementing safety measures and protocols, and for the authorities to ensure strict enforcement of safety regulations. The loss incurred by Nanjing Huaruide Logistics Equipment Co. is enormous, and it is hoped that the company will recover from this setback soon.