Fire Kills 14 Newborns at Hospital in Multan, Pakistan
· World · Euronews, CBS News, New York Times
A fire broke out in the neonatal intensive care unit of a hospital in Multan, Pakistan, resulting in the deaths of 14 newborns. Authorities reported that the blaze was triggered by a short circuit in the unit's electrical system. Emergency responders and staff evacuated other patients, though the intensity of the fire complicated rescue efforts. Government officials have ordered an inquiry into the incident to determine if safety protocols were followed.
Why it matters
The tragedy highlights critical gaps in hospital fire safety infrastructure and emergency preparedness in Pakistan's public healthcare sector.
Read the original report — Euronews
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