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🚨 Breaking Alert: Gul Plaza Fire Death Toll Rises to 14 as Rescue Enters Critical Phase in Karachi
“Karachi Gul Plaza Tragedy: Death Toll Climbs to 14 After 33 Hours of Relentless Firefighting”
📰 Gul Plaza Inferno: Death Toll Reaches 14 After 33 Hours of Gruelling Rescue Efforts
KARACHI: The death toll from the devastating Gul Plaza fire has risen to 14, officials confirmed, as firefighters and rescue teams finally managed to extinguish the blaze after 33 hours of continuous operations.
Despite the fire being brought under control, the situation at the site remains extremely dangerous, with parts of the building collapsed and concerns mounting over the pace and preparedness of the official response.
🧩 Cooling Operation Underway Amid Structural Collapse Risks
Rescue teams have begun the cooling process, cautiously entering the damaged structure by cutting windows and breaking walls with hammers to access trapped areas.
Fire Officer Zafar Khan warned that the building’s condition remains highly unstable:
“The condition of the building is bad, so we cannot stay there for long.”
He added that rescue personnel are only operating in relatively safer sections, withdrawing immediately after inspections due to the constant risk of collapse.
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🧩 Search for Survivors Continues Despite Extreme Hazards
Authorities say rescue operations are expected to accelerate as access improves, though the dangers persist.
Deputy Inspector General (DIG) South Asad Raza officially confirmed the death toll at 14, while rescue officials revealed that five of the recovered bodies are beyond identification, further deepening the tragedy for affected families.
🧩 Public Anger Grows Over Safety Lapses
As rescue efforts continue, questions are being raised over fire safety measures, emergency preparedness, and alleged delays in response. The incident has sparked renewed calls for stricter enforcement of commercial building safety regulations in Karachi.
❓ FAQs – Gul Plaza Fire Incident (Rich Results Ready)
How many people have died in the Gul Plaza fire?
At least 14 people have been confirmed dead, according to DIG South Asad Raza.
How long did it take to control the fire?
Firefighters battled the blaze for approximately 33 hours before it was extinguished.
Are rescue operations still ongoing?
Yes. Cooling and search operations are continuing, though teams face serious structural risks.
Why is the building considered unsafe?
Parts of the structure have collapsed, making prolonged rescue work extremely dangerous.
Have all victims been identified?
No. Officials say five bodies are beyond identification due to severe damage.
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