Tragic reports are speaking about a deadly blaze that ripped through a busy shopping mall last night in Karachi, Pakistan.
The building was known as Gul Plaza and was said to house hundreds of shops that sold clothing, merchandise, crockery, and more. The devastating blaze has been on for more than 15 hours as rescue teams struggle to put it out.
Authorities confirmed that up to six people have died in the fire and dozens were injured. Amongst those killed is a fireman who risked his life to rescue others.
Loved ones shared how many people remain unaccounted for as the authorities struggle to get the blaze under control.
The fire continues to spread due to the presence of chemicals and clothing, reports confirmed.
The fire broke out late Saturday night and swiftly spread in an upward direction, engulfing several levels of the building. A huge crowd gathered at the scene, watching in shock while rescue teams labored all night and during the morning hours to try to get it under control.
A thick plume of smoke and scorching heat has made it difficult to see and breathe, let alone rescue those inside, sources shared. Investigations are being carried out to determine the exact cause of the blaze.