Fire Erupts at Punjab Social Security Hospital, Records Destroyed

MUZAFFARGARH, Jul 14 (APP): A fire broke out at the Punjab Social Security Hospital on Tuesday, triggering the evacuation of patients, doctors, and hospital staff, officials said. According to Rescue officials, the blaze erupted in the hospital’s record room. Firefighters rushed to the scene and managed to extinguish the flames using two fire tenders, preventing the fire from spreading to other sections of the facility. Officials said that the fire destroyed documents and records stored in the room.No casualties or injuries were reported. Hospital administration officials said an inquiry had been initiated to ascertain the cause of the incident. They said investigators were examining whether the blaze was accidental or the result of negligence, adding that all aspects of the incident would be thoroughly investigated.