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Fire erupts at Asian Hospital NICU in Maharashtra; 58 patients, including 9 newborns, rescued
Summary by The Mumbai Editorial Desk Purnima Sah , as published by Indian Express — Mumbai
· September 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The rescue of 58 patients, including the 9 newborns, is confirmed, with the source providing additional context about the event. Patients were rescued from the scene, with a total of 58 individuals, including 9 newborns, safely evacuated.
A fire broke out at the NICU of Asian Hospital, prompting an emergency response. Patients were rescued from the scene, with a total of 58 individuals, including 9 newborns, safely evacuated. The rescue effort ensured that all of these patients were removed from the area of the fire.
Further details about the incident are available from the source. The circumstances surrounding the fire and its impact are part of this information.
The rescue of 58 patients, including the 9 newborns, is confirmed, with the source providing additional context about the event.
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Category: safety Published: September 4, 2026 Source: Indian Express — Mumbai Reading time: 1 min
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