Pakistan News : Massive fire breaks out in Pakistan's Centaras Mall, people evacuated safely

A massive fire broke out on the third floor of Centaras Mall in Pakistan's capital Islamabad. According to local media The Express Tribune, the flames were very strong, causing the fire to spread to other floors of the building as well as the upper parts. Where residential apartments are located. However, there were no casualties and the fire was completely doused. The building has been sealed for further investigation.

The Express Tribune, citing preliminary reports, said that no casualties were reported from the fire so far. According to the information, fire tenders have reached the spot to control the fire. At the same time, the police said that all the people present in the shopping center have been taken out safely and there is no report of any casualty. According to the police, the fire broke out due to an electrical short-circuit at a restaurant located in the food court area of ​​the mall.

After the incident, photos and videos of the fire in the mall are viral on social media, with flames rising high. In the viral video, flames were visible both inside and outside the shopping centre. Also people were seen running from the mall. Let us tell you that there was a fire in the shopping mall during lunch. In the video, flames were visible near the food court, during which there was a huge crowd of people.

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) said that the fire was brought under control with the help of fire brigade personnel, Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force and Rescue 1122 after two hours of effort. CDA Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon said that the shopping center and the adjoining residential buildings are being sealed till the technical team gets the relevant report. Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said that he has ordered all concerned institutions and authorities to take immediate action. He tweeted, 'It is very unfortunate that this incident happened at the famous business centre. I pray that there is no loss of life and property. Condolences and sympathy for the financial loss of the victims.'