Fire Erupts at Medical College's ICU: A Close Call with No Injuries
A fire occurred at the government medical college's surgical ICU due to a short circuit in a ventilator, causing smoke but no injuries. Patients were evacuated, and the blaze was contained. Thiruvananthapuram's mayor confirmed safety and ongoing inspections of all ventilators.
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A fire erupted in the multi-speciality block of the government medical college on Tuesday, though fortunately, there were no injuries, hospital authorities reported.
The incident was attributed to a short circuit in a ventilator within the surgical ICU. Quick emergency actions ensured all patients were safely evacuated from the affected area.
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation Mayor, V V Rajesh, affirmed the fire's containment and reassured the public of patients' safety. Inspections on all ventilators are underway to prevent future incidents. Meanwhile, fire officials have successfully ventilated the smoky area.
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