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 A representational image of fire blazing. —Unsplash/File
Rescue workers retrieved a body after a blaze erupted in the bushes near the University of Karachi on Tuesday evening, engulfing several makeshift shelters in the surrounding area.
The body, identified as that of Muhammad Rafiq, was recovered from the site during the search operation after the fire was brought under control, a Rescue 1122 official said. Advertisement
Rescue officials said that cooling operations were underway after the fire was contained.
Rescue teams and the fire brigade launched a major operation to control the flames, which had also spread to nearby makeshift houses.
Initially, the authorities deployed four fire tenders; however, the number was later increased to twelve.
The prompt response by officials prevented further damage and ensured the area was secured following the incident. |
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Post time 2025-10-30 01:16:45