A devastating fire broke out Wednesday night in a five-story commercial building in Kut, the capital of Iraq's Wasit Province. The hypermarket, which had only been open for 7 days, quickly turned into a dangerous inferno, leaving at least 69 people dead and 11 missing. 😢
According to statements from the Interior Ministry and local authorities, the blaze engulfed the "Corniche Hypermarket", which also housed a restaurant. Brave firefighters and civil defense teams managed to rescue over 45 people trapped inside, with verified footage showing relentless efforts to extinguish the flames. 🔥
The tragic incident has shocked the local community and raised urgent concerns over safety protocols in commercial establishments. Rescue operations continue as officials investigate the cause of the fire.
Our thoughts are with the families and residents affected by this heartbreaking event. Stay tuned for more updates as the situation develops.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
