Karachi factory fire controlled after 16-hour operation
At a glance
- Fire at two Karachi factories controlled after a 16-hour operation.
- The cooling process is expected to take two to three days.
- Officials warn of a risk of the fire re-igniting in cloth bales.
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A third-degree fire broke out at a garment factory in Karachi’s Landhi Export Processing Zone, spreading to an adjacent building and causing a partial collapse. A large-scale emergency response was launched, involving numerous fire tenders and personnel from Sindh Rangers and rescue services. All individuals were evacuated safely, with three people treated for smoke inhalation. The fire was brought under control after a 16-hour effort, but officials say the cooling process will be lengthy due to the materials involved.
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Firefighters have brought a major blaze at two factories in Karachi's Landhi Export Processing Zone under control after a 16-hour operation. Officials stated that the cooling process is now underway but could take two to three days, warning that the fire could re-ignite due to large bales of cloth inside the factory.
Latest updates
The major fire that broke out in two factories in Karachi's Landhi Export Processing Zone has been brought under control after a 16-hour firefighting operation, an update from earlier reports that stated it took eight hours.
Fire brigade officials confirmed on Tuesday that cooling operations are now underway at the affected sites. However, they stated that the process is expected to take two to three days to complete.
Authorities also warned that there is a risk of the fire re-igniting due to the presence of large bales of cloth within the factory.
According to the latest reports, firefighters brought the blaze under control after an extensive 8-hour operation.
K-Electric has expressed regret over the major fire at a garment factory in Karachi’s Landhi Export Processing Zone. In a statement, the power utility said its teams were on-site to assist in the rescue and relief operations.
Firefighters have successfully brought the major fire at a garment factory in Karachi's Landhi Export Processing Zone under control after several hours of intense effort, according to the latest reports on Monday evening.
Cooling operations are now underway at the site to prevent any resurgence of the blaze. The fire, which had been declared a third-degree blaze, caused a portion of the factory building to collapse and spread to an adjacent facility.
A portion of a garment factory building in Karachi’s Landhi Export Processing Zone collapsed on Monday as a major fire continued to rage for hours. Rescue officials confirmed the blaze has also spread to an adjacent factory.
According to a Rescue 1122 spokesperson, three people who were temporarily trapped inside the building and suffered from smoke inhalation were safely brought out by rescue teams. No other casualties or injuries have been reported.
The Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) is assisting firefighting efforts by dispatching water tankers to the scene. The intensity of the fire and thick smoke are reportedly complicating the ongoing operation.
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has taken notice of the major fire at a factory in Karachi's Landhi Export Processing Zone, which continues to rage uncontrolled.
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کراچی: لانڈھی کی2 فیکٹریوں میں لگی آگ پر 16 گھنٹے بعد قابو پالیا گیا
لانڈھی ایکسپورٹ پروسیسنگ زون کی 2 فیکٹریوں میں لگی آگ پر 16 گھنٹے بعد قابو پالیا گیا۔
Part of factory collapses after fire in Karachi's Landhi; efforts continue to put out blaze
Part of a factory building in Landhi’s Export Processing Zone (EPZ) collapsed due to a fire on Monday, Rescue 1122 said as efforts were underway for hours to extinguish the blaze. “Part of the factory collapsed due to the fire. Rescue 1122 teams are
Third-degree fire breaks out at factory in Landhi Export Processing Zone
A third-degree fire broke out at a factory in the Landhi Export Processing Zone on Monday, following which Rescue 1122 teams, fire brigade vehicles and ambulances were deployed for rescue activities. Rescue 1122 Spokesperson Hassaan Khan said the eme
Shukar Alhamdullilah that all individuals were evacuated safely. That is the most important news in a situation like this. Praying for the safety of the firefighters.
A third-degree blaze is very serious. I wonder if fire safety regulations for storing flammable materials like used clothing were being followed. This could be a lesson for other industrial zones.
A very valid point. Regular inspections and strict enforcement of safety codes are crucial to prevent such disasters and protect both lives and livelihoods.