26.08.2026 09:41
A fire in the neonatal unit of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, has led to a major tragedy. According to initial findings, 15 babies in the unit lost their lives, while only one baby was rescued. It is stated that the fire broke out after an air conditioner compressor exploded, and an investigation committee has been formed to look into the cause of the incident.
At least 15 babies have died in a fire in a neonatal unit of a hospital in Pakistan's capital Islamabad, according to initial reports.
According to Geo News, a fire broke out at 06:45 local time after an air conditioner compressor exploded in the neonatal unit of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in the capital Islamabad.
ONLY ONE BABY RESCUED
Officials stated that 1 of the babies in the unit at the time of the fire was rescued, while 15 lost their lives.
Rescue teams reported that the fire was extinguished and cooling efforts were ongoing at the scene, while it was noted that an investigation committee was established to examine the cause of the fire.