Several Indians are reported to have died in a massive fire in Kuwait. Indians constitute 21% (1 million) of the total population of Kuwait and 30% of its workforce (approximately 9 lakhs). A look at some recent fire accidents that shook the world. (Image: Reuters)
Kuwait Fire | A massive fire engulfed a multi-storey building in Kuwait housing foreign workers, mostly Indians, on June 12, 2024, killing at least 49 people and injuring more than 50 individuals. The accommodation, reportedly, was crammed with workers. Despite rescue efforts, several workers died due to inhaling smoke. (Image: Reuters)
Rajkot Gaming-Zone Fire | A massive fire broke out at TRP Game Zone in Gujarat’s Rajkot on May 25, 2024, killing at least 27 including children. As per reports, the amusement park was built in temporary structures and had insufficient fire extinguishers and emergency exits. The intensity of the fire was so fierce, it ripped through a three-storey tall tin shed, and the bodies were charred beyond recognition. (Image: Reuters)
Dhaka Building Fire | On March 1, 2024, a massive blaze broke out in a six-storey shopping mall in the Bangladeshi capital, Dhaka, killing 46 with several being injured. The fire started in a restaurant and spread to other parts of the mall. Most of the dead suffocated, while other casualties were caused because of people jumping off the building. (Image: Reuters)
Delhi Paint Factory Fire | A massive fire broke out from the ground floor of a paint factory in Delhi’s Alipur on February 15, 2024, killing 11 with several being injured. The fire was preceded by a blast in the factory, which brought the building down. This led to many of the workers being trapped in the debris. According to reports, traffic curbs delayed the movement of fire tenders, resulting in more casualties. (Image: PTI)
Indonesia Nickel Smelter Fire | An explosion at a Chinese-owned nickel smelting plant on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi on December 24, 2023, led to a massive fire killing 21 and dozens getting injured. Investigations revealed that standard procedure violations and negligence in the implementation of safety requirements led to the fire incident. (Image: Reuters)