An interim inquiry into the deadly PIMS fire in Islamabad has found that the precise cause remains unclear, while investigators continue examining the incident.
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN — WEB DESK: The precise cause of the deadly fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad remains unclear, according to an interim inquiry report submitted following the incident.
The report has examined the circumstances surrounding the blaze but has not yet established a definitive cause.
The findings come as authorities continue examining the events surrounding the fire and the response to the emergency.
Inquiry fails to determine exact cause
According to the interim findings, investigators have so far been unable to establish with certainty what caused the fire.
The report is therefore not being treated as a final determination of responsibility or cause. Further investigation may be required before authorities reach a conclusive finding.
The distinction is important as several possible explanations surrounding the incident have circulated, but the inquiry has not confirmed any particular cause.
Deadly blaze at PIMS
The fire occurred at PIMS, one of Islamabad’s major public healthcare facilities.
The incident resulted in deaths and prompted an emergency response at the hospital, with authorities subsequently launching an inquiry to establish what happened.
The investigation is also expected to examine whether safety procedures, emergency response measures and other circumstances played a role in the tragedy.
Interim report leaves questions unanswered
The inquiry report is preliminary and does not provide a final explanation for the fire.
Authorities are expected to continue gathering evidence and examining relevant records before issuing any definitive conclusion.
Until the investigation is completed, claims about the exact origin or cause of the blaze should be treated as unconfirmed.
