Fire breaks out at Salem govt hospital, no casualties reported

The fire broke out on the top floor of emergency department. The hospital staff were quick to react as they immediately evacuated the bedridden patients

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Updated:22nd Nov, 2023 at 11:31 AM

CHENNAI: Tension prevailed at the Salem Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College and Hospital (SGMKMCH) on Wednesday as fire broke out due to electrical leakage. However, no casualties have been reported.

The fire broke out on the top floor of emergency department. The hospital staff were quick to react as they immediately evacuated the bedridden patients

Upon receiving the information, the Sevvapet fire tenders reached the spot and brought the fire under control.

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Fire breaks out at Salem govt hospital, no casualties reported

The fire broke out on the top floor of emergency department. The hospital staff were quick to react as they immediately evacuated the bedridden patients

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