Massive Fire at Islamabad Government Hospital, 15 Newborn Babies Killed
A massive fire broke out at a government hospital in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad on Wednesday, killing 15 newborn babies in the hospital’s nursery. One baby was reportedly rescued safely.
A devastating fire broke out at a government hospital in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of 15 newborn babies.
According to local media reports, the fire erupted in the hospital’s nursery, where newborn babies were being treated. At the time of the incident, several infants were reportedly present inside the nursery. Only one baby could be rescued safely, while the remaining newborns died in the tragedy.
The fire triggered panic inside the hospital as emergency teams rushed to the scene. Six fire tenders and four ambulances were deployed as part of the rescue operation. Firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control and evacuate people from the affected section of the hospital.
The exact cause of the fire has not yet been officially confirmed. Initial reports have raised the possibility of a technical fault, but authorities are expected to determine the precise cause through a detailed investigation.
The incident has also raised serious questions over fire safety and emergency preparedness in hospitals, particularly in areas housing vulnerable newborn patients.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fire, including how it started, how quickly it spread and whether adequate fire-safety measures were in place.
The tragic loss of the newborns has sent shockwaves across Islamabad and Pakistan, with the incident highlighting the importance of strict fire-safety protocols and rapid emergency response systems in hospitals.
What's Your Reaction?
Like
0
Dislike
0
Love
0
Funny
0
Angry
0
Sad
0
Wow
0
