Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, December 13, 2024: A devastating fire broke out at a private hospital in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, on the night of December 12, leaving six people dead and over 20 injured. The fire occurred at a hospital located near the Dindigul-Trichy highway. Emergency responders, including more than three fire engines and ten ambulances, rushed to the scene to rescue patients trapped inside the building.
District authorities, including District Collector MN Poongodi, confirmed that the patients who survived the blaze were rescued and transferred to nearby hospitals for treatment. Efforts to contain the fire were swift, though the exact cause of the blaze is still under investigation. The incident has raised concerns about the adequacy of safety measures in private hospitals.
The local administration has ensured additional medical support for the affected individuals, and the investigation is ongoing. Authorities are focusing on determining the cause of the fire and evaluating the safety protocols at the hospital to prevent future tragedies.
