41 killed in devastating fire in Mangaf, toll set to climb

• The Ministry of Interior has issued immediate orders to relevant authorities to address encroachments on residential buildings and other sites to prevent such accidents in the future.

Over 41 people tragically lost their lives, and many others were injured in a catastrophic fire that engulfed a building in the Mangaf area, as per the reports. The grim situation suggests that the death toll could potentially increase due to the severity of the fire.

The Ministry of Interior has issued immediate orders to relevant authorities to address encroachments on residential buildings and other sites to prevent such accidents in the future.

The ministry has also ordered the detention of the company owner, building owner, and their guard until the investigation is concluded. Additionally, they’ve instructed thorough checks on all building encroachments in the area.

The Ministry of Health has provided full medical care for injured individuals affected by various injuries, including serious ones, and confirmed the deaths of 41 individuals due to the fire.

In a statement on Wednesday, the ministry reported that the injured were distributed across several hospitals in the country, all receiving the necessary treatment.

The ministry confirmed that all medical teams are making every effort to provide intensive and urgent care to the injured. They are closely monitoring the condition of the injured and coordinating with hospitals and relevant authorities to meet all necessary needs and ensure the best treatment services.
Specialized medical teams have been formed to follow up on the cases and provide psychological and moral support to the injured and their families.