QUETTA (Kashmir English): A fire broke out at Achakzai Plaza in Liaqat Bazar following a short circuit, causing panic in the area. Fire brigade and rescue teams reached the site promptly and began efforts to control the blaze.
FC Balochistan troops are also present at the scene and are assisting in rescue operations as well as maintaining security. Authorities are working to extinguish the fire and prevent it from spreading to nearby buildings. No casualties have been reported so far, while further details are awaited.
The tragic incident is the second fire this week. A massive fire broke out in GulPlaza, Karachi, in which 26 people lost their lives, whereas several others are still missing.
People and residents of the area are still looking for the remains of their loved ones. Sadiq Tunio, in charge of the Karachi Water Board’s Hydrant Cell, said about 1.4 million gallons of water have so far been used to extinguish the fire. He said the water was supplied from seven different hydrants across Karachi.
Firefighters brought the massive blaze at the multi-storey shopping centre on MA Jinnah Road under control after about 36 hours. However, officials warned that the structure is now extremely unstable and could collapse at any time.
