A devastating fire has engulfed the nursery at a major medical facility, trapping at least 15 newborns inside as flames spread rapidly through the unit. Hospital officials confirmed the blaze erupted unexpectedly, raising urgent concerns over the safety of vulnerable infants with no immediate details on how the fire started. Rescue efforts are underway amid fears of further casualties, as medical staff scramble to evacuate patients and secure the area. The incident has sparked alarm over fire safety protocols in healthcare settings, particularly in high-risk areas like neonatal wards.
The nursery at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences housed at least 15 newborns when the fire broke out, hospital officials said.
