Fire in Pakistan hospital nursery kills at least 14 newborns, officials say
Summary
A fire broke out in the newborn nursery of a major hospital in Islamabad, Pakistan, killing at least 14 babies. The fire started early in the morning, likely caused by an air-conditioning compressor explosion, and firefighters quickly put out the blaze.Key Facts
- The fire happened at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad.
- At least 14 newborn babies died in the fire.
- About 15 newborns were in the nursery when the fire began.
- The fire started around 6:45 a.m. due to an air-conditioning compressor explosion.
- Firefighters responded quickly and extinguished the fire.
- One baby was rescued from the nursery.
- The hospital’s gynecology ward, which includes the nursery, was closed off after the fire.
- Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed sorrow and ordered an immediate investigation.
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