At Least 15 Newborns Die in Islamabad Hospital Fire
Summary
At least 15 newborns died after a fire broke out in the newborn baby ward of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad. Officials said the blaze may have started when an air-conditioner compressor exploded, and an investigation is underway.
Key Points
- At least 15 newborn babies died in a fire at the newborn ward of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad.
- There were 16 babies in the ward when the fire broke out, and only one was rescued safely.
- Officials said the fire may have started after an air-conditioner compressor exploded.
- Firefighters brought the blaze under control, and an investigation is ongoing.
