Dindigul Hospital Fire Claims Six Lives
A devastating fire broke out at City Hospital on Trichy Road in Tamil Nadu’s Dindigul on Thursday night, claiming the lives of six individuals, including a child. The incident, which occurred around 8 PM, is suspected to have been caused by an electrical short circuit, although an official investigation is underway.
#WATCH | Tamil Nadu: A huge fire broke out at a private hospital in Dindigul, fire fighting operations underway. pic.twitter.com/FnjEG91ca6
— ANI (@ANI) December 12, 2024
Tamil Nadu | Dindigul District Collector MN Poongodi says, “A fire broke out at a private hospital about two hours ago. The patients here have been rescued and admitted to nearby government and private hospitals. There could be some casualties, but we will confirm the number of… https://t.co/xkXVCS8GyX pic.twitter.com/BDLzZaEmSF
— ANI (@ANI) December 12, 2024
Television visuals captured the harrowing scene of fire and smoke engulfing the building, as fire tenders took nearly two hours to bring the blaze under control. Despite their efforts, the victims—found unconscious in a lift—could not be saved. They were rushed to another medical facility but were declared dead upon arrival.
Evacuation Efforts and Immediate Response
According to police and fire department officials, all remaining patients were safely evacuated and relocated to nearby hospitals, most of which were government facilities. The swift evacuation helped prevent further casualties, but the tragedy highlights critical gaps in safety measures at healthcare institutions.
Electrical Short Circuits: A Recurring Culprit
Preliminary investigations suggest that an electrical short circuit might have triggered the fire, a common cause of such incidents in India. This underscores the urgent need for hospitals to adhere to rigorous fire safety norms and conduct regular maintenance checks to minimize risks.
The incident has once again spotlighted the importance of enforcing strict safety protocols in healthcare facilities. As centers of healing, hospitals must be equipped with robust fire prevention systems, including functional sprinklers, emergency exits, and staff trained in fire safety protocols.
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