A devastating blaze at a Kut shopping mall has claimed dozens of lives, including children, as authorities scramble to respond.
A massive fire tore through a busy supermarket in Kut, eastern Iraq, on Tuesday, triggering a city-wide emergency alert. Local officials confirmed the death toll is expected to rise as rescue teams work through charred debris. 💔
🚨 Crisis Mode Activated
All hospitals in the province are now on high alert, with medical staff working around the clock. Municipal water services joined firefighting efforts, highlighting the scale of the disaster. "This is a tragedy beyond words," said a first responder at the scene.
⚖️ Accountability in Focus
Authorities have initiated legal proceedings against the mall's owner and supermarket management. A preliminary investigation report will be released within 48 hours, with many demanding answers about fire safety protocols.
As night fell, makeshift memorials with candles and flowers began appearing near the site—a silent tribute to lives lost too soon. 🌹
