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Dindigul, Tamil Nadu — Tragedy struck late Thursday night as a devastating fire at a private hospital in Dindigul claimed the lives of seven people, including a three-year-old boy. The blaze has left the community in shock and mourning, as rescue efforts continue.
According to police sources, several individuals are feared to be trapped inside a lift within the hospital, heightening concerns about the final toll of the incident. Fire and Rescue Services personnel are actively working to contain the fire and secure the safety of those still inside.
The fire prompted an urgent response, with around 50 ambulances mobilized from surrounding areas to assist in the evacuation. Patients from the affected hospital are being transferred to the nearby government hospital in Dindigul for medical care.
An official on the scene stated that the rescue operations are ongoing, and further updates are expected as authorities assess the extent of the damage and the number of casualties.
The cause of the fire remains unclear, and an investigation is expected to follow once the emergency response phase concludes. The tragic incident has raised serious questions about fire safety measures in healthcare facilities, with public officials calling for stricter enforcement of safety protocols to prevent such disasters in the future.
Residents of Dindigul and nearby areas have expressed their grief and solidarity with the victims’ families. Meanwhile, officials have urged the public to remain calm and allow emergency services to carry out their work.
More details will be reported as they become available.
