Chemical Plant Fire in Karachi, Pakistan... 17 Dead

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Chun-han] A fire broke out on the 27th (local time) at a chemical factory in Karachi, a major city in southern Pakistan, killing more than 17 people, local media reported on the 28th.

According to reports, an unknown cause fire occurred the previous day at a three-story chemical factory in the Korangi area of Karachi.

The fire that started on the first floor quickly spread to other floors, but since most of the factory windows were closed, some workers were trapped. The door leading to the rooftop was also blocked, and it is known that there was only one entrance and exit in the building. Local residents pointed out that despite the fire, fire trucks and rescue teams arrived late at the scene.

In Pakistan, many industrial facilities are either not properly equipped with safety measures or are illegally constructed, leading to frequent factory fires and explosions. In 2012, a fire at a garment factory claimed the lives of about 260 people.

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