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Fire engulfs garment factory in Landhi’s Export Processing Zone

Fire engulfs garment factory in Landhi’s Export Processing Zone
October 16, 2020

KARACHI (92 News) – A fire that broke out at a garment factory in Karachi’s Landhi Export Processing Zone early Friday.

According to the reports, the fire erupted at a garment factory, which steadily increased and spread to a close by factory. The two-storey building of the factory where the fire broke out first has collapsed.

As many as six fire brigade vehicles are at the scene, busy to douse flames that are still ragging. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

Meanwhile, the Karachi Water and Sewerage Board has imposed an emergency at the water hydrant in Sherpao Colony.

On the other hand, Fire erupted at a potato chips warehouse located in Lyari area of Karachi was controlled.

Three vehicles of fire brigade reached the spot after being informed and brought the under control after an effort of one hour. No casualty was reported in the incident. Sources also said that the cause of fire at the warehouse is not yet known.