Door was locked at Pakistan hospital where fire killed 14 babies, witnesses say

Witnesses have claimed that a door was locked at a Pakistani hospital where a devastating fire tragically claimed the lives of 14 infants. The blaze broke out in the neonatal intensive care unit of the private children’s hospital located in Lahore. Emergency services responded quickly, but the confined space and the rapid spread of the fire made rescue efforts incredibly difficult. Investigations into the cause of the fire are underway, with a particular focus on the circumstances surrounding the door’s accessibility during the critical moments of the incident. The hospital, however, has stated to the BBC that the ward door was not locked but instead was attended by security personnel. This security presence, according to the hospital’s statement, was intended to safeguard the vulnerable infants. The tragic loss of life has sent shockwaves through the community, raising questions about safety protocols in healthcare facilities and the preventative measures in place to protect patients, especially the most vulnerable. Authorities are expected to release further details as the investigation progresses, examining all contributing factors to the fatal fire.