No casualties have been reported so far, and firefighters are working to extinguish the blaze.
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| Massive fire breaks out in Guwahati's Gauhati Medical College and Hospital lab |
Guwahati: On April 3, a major fire broke out on the laboratory floor of Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Guwahati, Assam. While the cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, it caused significant damage to the lab and surrounding areas.
Reports suggest that the fire broke out early in the morning and quickly spread across the laboratory floor, leading to a huge blaze. The fire was so intense that thick black smoke could be seen from a considerable distance, causing panic and concern among local residents.
Fortunately, there have been no casualties reported so far, as the hospital staff and security personnel were quick to respond, and the fire department reached the spot promptly. The firefighters worked tirelessly to contain the fire, which was eventually brought under control.
However, the fire caused significant damage to the laboratory, and it is yet to be determined how much equipment and resources have been lost. The incident has also raised concerns about the safety measures and protocols in place at the hospital.
The state government has ordered an inquiry into the incident to ascertain the cause of the fire and take measures to prevent such incidents in the future. Meanwhile, the hospital authorities have assured that the patients and medical facilities are safe and functioning, and they are working to resume normal operations as soon as possible.
The incident highlights the importance of robust fire safety measures and the need for constant vigilance to prevent such disasters. It also underscores the critical role played by firefighters and other emergency services in responding to such incidents and mitigating the damage caused by them.
