2023 Karachi mall fire
| Date | 25 November 2023 |
|---|---|
| Venue | RJ Shopping Mall |
| Location | Karachi, Pakistan |
| Cause | Short circuit |
| Deaths | At least 11 |
| Non-fatal injuries | 35 |
| Property damage | unknown |
On 25 November 2023, a fire broke out in a shopping mall in Karachi, Pakistan, killing at least 11 people, and injuring 35.[1] The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Fire[edit]
On the morning of 25 November 2023, a short-circuited generator caused a fire on the fourth floor of the RJ shopping mall in Karachi.[2][1] The fire quickly spread, forcing the entire building to be evacuated and causing extensive property damage.[3]
Casualties[edit]
At least 11 people died and 35 were injured.[1] The injured were immediately sent to nearby hospitals for treatment.[4]
Response[edit]
Emergency services were immediately dispatched to the scene to control the fire and rescue people trapped inside the mall. The firefighting operation was extensive, involving multiple firefighters and emergency personnel. The area was sealed off for investigation.[5]
Reactions[edit]
Speaker of the National Assembly Raja Pervez Ashraf expressed sorrow and regret over the incident.[6]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c France-Presse, Agence (25 November 2023). "Pakistan: Shopping mall fire in Karachi kills at least 11 people". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 25 November 2023. Retrieved 26 November 2023.
- ^ "Pakistan: Several killed in shopping mall fire – DW – 11/25/2023". dw.com. Retrieved 2023-11-26.
- ^ Desk, Web (2016-06-03). "Fire in shopping mall at Karachi's Sea View controlled". ARY NEWS. Archived from the original on 2022-08-10. Retrieved 2023-11-26.
- ^ "Shopping Mall Fire Kills 11 in Pakistan". Radiofreeeurope/Radioliberty.
- ^ "Karachi shopping mall fire kills at least 10 people". msn.com. 25 November 2023. Retrieved 26 November 2023.
- ^ "NA Speaker expresses grief over tragic fire incident in Karachi shopping mall". 25 November 2023.