Fire at hospital nursery in Pakistan’s capital kills 14 newborns, officials say
Summary
A fire broke out early Wednesday in the newborn nursery at a major government hospital in Islamabad, Pakistan, killing 14 babies. The fire started around 6:45 a.m., likely caused by an air-conditioning unit compressor explosion, and rescue teams quickly responded.Key Facts
- The fire happened in the nursery at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad.
- At least 15 newborns were in the nursery when the fire started.
- 14 newborn babies died; at least one baby was rescued.
- The fire began around 6:45 a.m. due to a possible air-conditioning compressor explosion.
- Firefighters extinguished the fire quickly.
- Rescue teams continued cooling the site after the fire was out.
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed sorrow and ordered an immediate investigation.
- The incident occurred in the hospital’s gynecology ward.
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