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Pakistan mall fire death toll jumps to 67

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete January 23, 2026 at 11:40 AM
Pakistan mall fire death toll jumps to 67
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A fire at the Gul Plaza shopping center in Karachi, Pakistan, has resulted in a death toll of 67, with 77 people still missing. The fire, which broke out on Saturday evening, took over 24 hours to extinguish, hindering rescue efforts within the 6,500 sq m complex. Authorities have only identified 15 victims so far. The cause of the fire remains unknown, but witnesses reported locked fire exits and overcrowding contributed to the disaster. The shopping center, containing approximately 1,200 shops, was particularly busy due to the ongoing wedding season in Karachi. Most of the shopping center's gates were locked as the facility was due to close soon.

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