Brahmapuram fire and smoke under control, informed Kerala government

The fire at the Brahmapuram waste plant in Kochi is presently under control and would hopefully be extinguished by evening, the Kerala government informed on Sunday and assured the public that the smoke due to the blaze was not a matter of concern.

State Industries Minister P Rajeev and Health Minister Veena George, after a high-level meeting at the Ernakulam District Collectorate, told reporters here that people need not stay indoors as recommended on Saturday and can move out by taking precautions, like wearing N95 masks.

However, those with breathing problems, like asthma, the elderly, children and pregnant women should try and avoid getting exposed to the smoke and should wear masks if going out, the ministers said.