Fire breaks out on three houseboats in Alappuzha

A major fire broke out on three houseboats parked near the Pallathuruthy bridge in Kerala's Alappuzha, triggering panic among residents. Thick smoke filled the area as the blaze spread across the boats. No one was inside at the time, and no casualties were reported. Initial reports suggested a possible gas cylinder explosion, but the exact cause remains unconfirmed.