A fire erupts in a newborn nursery at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Pakistan’s capital, killing at least 14 newborns, according to hospital officials and the government. Multiple outlets report that investigators and hospital authorities respond to the incident, and that an inquiry is ordered.
Reports also describe differences in the reported death toll and specific circumstances. Al Jazeera and some other coverage cite figures of “at least 15” newborns killed, while other outlets say “at least 14.” Al Jazeera adds that only one child is rescued, and Free Malaysia Today specifies the blaze breaks out on the third floor of the mother and child health ward. ABC News highlights high-level investigators visiting the nursery as part of the response.
Winnipeg Free Press reports that eight officials are suspended following the probe, indicating additional administrative action beyond the immediate investigation. Overall, outlets converge on the location—PIMS in the capital, with a fire in the newborn/maternity ward—and on the need for an immediate inquiry, while details vary on the exact number of deaths and the specific ward and floors affected.
