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Health
Fire at Pakistani Hospital Kills 15 Newborns
✍️ WION
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 06:48 AM
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A fire erupted in a hospital in Pakistan, resulting in the deaths of 15 newborn babies.
A blaze broke out at a hospital in Pakistan, claiming the lives of 15 newborn infants. The fire quickly spread through the neonatal unit, overwhelming staff and emergency responders. Hospital officials confirmed the fatalities and said that surviving patients were transferred to nearby facilities for care. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and assess safety lapses. The incident has raised concerns about fire safety standards in medical institutions across the region.