Swift Response Prevents Hospital Blaze Tragedy

A fire erupted at Baby Memorial Hospital in Kozhikode, originating in the air-conditioning panels on the ninth floor. Quick action by hospital staff and Fire and Rescue Services safely managed the emergency, with no casualties reported. An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause.

A significant fire ignited on the ninth floor of Baby Memorial Hospital in Kozhikode early Saturday, triggering swift response from Fire and Rescue Services officials.

The blaze, which started at around 9.15 am, affected a floor primarily housing air-conditioning panels. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as the floor was under maintenance.

Authorities evacuated patients from surrounding floors as a precaution, deploying five fire tenders to extinguish the fire by 10 am. Investigations are ongoing to confirm the cause, while health officials remain on high alert.

(With inputs from agencies.)