Sat Nov 29 05:23:58 UTC 2025: Summary:

A fire broke out at Baby Memorial Hospital in Kozhikode, Kerala on November 29, 2025, around 9:30 AM. The fire, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit in the AC plant on the ninth floor, was quickly brought under control by Fire and Rescue Services. All patients were safely evacuated without injuries, thanks to the hospital’s evacuation plan and the swift response of staff and rescue personnel. A safety audit and investigation by the Electrical Inspectorate are planned.

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Fire at Baby Memorial Hospital in Kozhikode; All Patients Safely Evacuated

Kozhikode, Kerala – November 29, 2025, 11:57 AM IST

A fire erupted at Baby Memorial Hospital in Kozhikode this morning, triggering a swift response from emergency services and hospital staff. The blaze, which originated on the ninth floor around 9:30 AM, is believed to have been caused by a short circuit in the AC plant.

Thanks to a well-executed evacuation plan, all patients were safely removed from the affected area without injury. Fire and Rescue Services teams were able to contain the fire within an hour, preventing its spread to other parts of the hospital.

“We managed the situation safely, sticking to the scientific evacuation plan and safety protocols,” a hospital doctor stated. “The timely response of the hospital staff to the emergency situation also helped.”

Authorities are planning a thorough safety audit of the entire hospital building, and the Electrical Inspectorate will investigate the exact cause of the fire. Health Minister Veena George has been informed and has offered support from the Government Medical College Hospital, Kozhikode, if patient transfer becomes necessary. As of this writing, no patient has been transferred and all are safe.

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