Mangaf: Many Malayalis among 49 people were reportedly killed in an accidental fire that broke out at the labour camp of an industrial plant here on Wednesday.

The fire broke out in the building around 4 am in the city of Mangaf in Kuwait’s southern Ahmadi Governorate. In addition to housing labourers, the building also has a large Malayali population. 

Further informations on the deceased are awaited.

Several people trapped in the building sustained severe injuries while attempting to escape from the fire. At least 43 people were injured. They have been admitted to Adan Hospital, Al-Farwaniya Hospital, Al-Amiri Hospital, Mubarak Hospital and Jaber Al-Ahmed Hospital by the fire brigade and police. The extent of fatalities and injuries is still pending confirmation.

The fire was contained avoiding further damages.