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Pakistan Hospital Inferno Kills 14 Infants
26 Aug
Summary
- Fourteen infants tragically perished in a hospital fire.
- The devastating blaze occurred at a major hospital in Pakistan's capital.
- Prime Minister has ordered a thorough investigation into the incident.
A devastating fire has claimed the lives of fourteen infants at a major hospital in Pakistan's capital. The blaze erupted early Wednesday morning in a wing specifically housing infants at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), one of the country's largest medical facilities.
The tragic incident has prompted a strong reaction from the government. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has officially ordered an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to ensure accountability.
Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the fire and the PIMS hospital's safety protocols are expected to emerge as the investigation proceeds. The nation mourns the loss of these young lives.
