Tragedy: Major Fire Breaks Out at Kolkata’s Anandlok Hospital, Several Floors Affected

Kolkata: A sudden fire broke out in Anandlok Hospital located in Salt Lake area on Tuesday morning. Within a short time, the smoke spread throughout the building and there was chaos among the patients and their families. The fire team reached the spot and immediately started relief work and the process of evacuating the hospital was started.

What was the situation inside as soon as the fire broke out?

Suddenly smoke started filling inside the hospital. Many people got scared and ran outside. The staff quickly started taking out the patients. Patients whose condition was critical were brought on stretchers and wheelchairs and taken to ambulances.

How many patients had to be shifted?

More than 70 patients were taken out of the hospital. Some were sent to nearby hospitals, while others were kept at a safe place. It is a matter of relief that there was no news of any major loss.

Where did the fire start and what was found?

According to information, the fire started from around the second floor. Some people are linking it to short circuit, but this has not been officially confirmed yet. The picture will be clear only after investigation.

How fast did the fire brigade respond?

As soon as the information was received, fire brigade vehicles reached the spot. First a few vehicles were installed, then the number was increased. Special attention was paid to preventing the fire from spreading so that the remaining parts remain safe.

Was the entire hospital evacuated?

The entire building was evacuated for security reasons. Every floor was checked to ensure that no one was left trapped inside. Electricity was also switched off as a precaution.

Is this the first time this has happened?

There have been incidents of fire in hospitals in the city before. Every time after such incidents, questions are raised on the security arrangements, but the situation does not seem to be changing much.

What next action will be taken now?

After controlling the fire, investigation will now begin. It will be seen where the negligence took place and whether there was any deficiency in the system. The administration has indicated that if anyone is found responsible, action will be taken.

Was there panic among the family members of the patients too?

There was an atmosphere of chaos outside the hospital for some time. Many people were seen searching for their family members. Some people got the news on phone and others reached the spot directly. However, the staff and administration tried to control the people and gradually the situation came under control.