Death toll from shopping mall fire in southern Pakistan rises to 14

Summary

A fire at Gul Plaza shopping mall in Karachi has killed 14 people and left about 60 missing as rescue operations continue.

Key Points
  • A fire broke out at Gul Plaza shopping mall in Karachi late Saturday night.
  • The death toll has risen to 14 according to police.
  • Around 60 people are still missing following the fire.
  • The cause of the fire is under investigation, with an electrical short circuit suspected.
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