2024 Mangaf building fire
In June 2024, at least 41 people were killed in a fire at a residential building in the Kuwaiti city of Mangaf.
Incident
A fire was reported at 06:00 local time (03:00 GMT) at a residential building. A "large number" of people in the building at the time of the fire. Flames engulfed the lower part of the building and thick black smoke billowed from the upper floors.[1] The deaths were a result of inhaling smoke from the fire.[2]
Cause
Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf al-Sabah said violations of building standards led to the tragedy. A senior police officer told state TV that that warnings were often issued about overcrowding in this type of accommodation.[1]
Aftermath
At least another 50 people were injured and taken to hospital. Indian embassy officials had visited the injured in hospital. Unconfirmed reports appeared in Indian media that at least 30 of the dead are from the sub-continent.[1][3]
References
- ^ a b c Greenfall, Robert (12 June 2024). "Kuwait fire: Dozens dead as blaze engulfs residential block". www.bbc.com. Retrieved 2024-06-12.
- ^ Reuters. "At least 35 killed in building fire in southern Kuwait". Khaleej Times. Retrieved 2024-06-12.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ Desk, Web. "Kuwait building fire: 30 Indian workers among dozens killed; PM Modi issues statement". Khaleej Times. Retrieved 2024-06-12.
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