A fire in a building in southern Kuwait that housed foreign workers on Wednesday resulted in the deaths of at least 49 individuals, including 42 Indians, and several injuries. The building’s owner was held by local authorities while they looked into potential negligence that may have contributed to the Mangaf fire in 2024.
A tragic fire occurred in Mangaf, Kuwait on June 8, 2024, resulting in the deaths of nine people, including Indian nationals. The fire, which broke out in a building, has been linked to an electrical fault as the likely cause. The victims included seven individuals from the Indian state of Tamil Nadu
The Kuwait Fire Force and local authorities responded swiftly to the incident, and an investigation is ongoing to determine the exact circumstances and any potential safety violations that may have contributed to the tragedy. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has been actively involved, coordinating with local authorities to provide assistance and repatriate the bodies of the deceased back to India.
This incident has highlighted concerns about building safety and fire prevention measures in Kuwait. The Kuwait Fire Force has reiterated the importance of strict adherence to safety regulations to prevent such incidents in the future.
