In Pics: After toxic froth, Bellandur lake catches fire

The lake has become a dumping ground for illegal debris and is known for its toxic froth.

Bengaluru, Feb 17: On Thursday, residents around the Bellandur lake locality were in for a shock after the lake caught fire and smoke emerged from the site. Toxic fumes emerged from the lake as it caught fire.

The lake has become a dumping ground for illegal debris and is known for its toxic froth. The lake has caught fire earlier too due to flamable toxic waste that is dumped in it. Here are some images from the fire:

Smoke billows from Bellandur lake

Toxic fumes from the Bellandur lake choked the surrounding area on Thursday after the lake caught fire. Pic courtesy-@Sem303

Thick cloud of toxic fumes around Bellandur lake

A thick cloud of toxic fumes emerged after the fire. According to reports, the fire was doused later in the day. Pic Courtesy- @DCPTrEastBCP

Bellandur lake- a dumping ground for toxic waste

The lake has become a dumping ground for toxic waste. Pic courtesy- @DCPTrEastBCP

Bellandur lake has a toxic past

The Bellandur lake is known for its toxic froth. This is the second time that the lake is catching fire. Pic courtesy- @Sem303

Fire caused due to thrash dumped around the lake

This time, however, the cause of the fire is said to be the thrash that is dumped in and around the lake. Pic courtesy-@Sem303

Firemen clueless on how to douse the fire

Firemen who were at the spot were clueless as to how to put out a fire in water. Pic courtesy- @Sem303

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