10 Patients Killed In Major Fire At SCB Medical College Hospital In Odisha's Cuttack Ten patients died, and at least 11 hospital staff members suffered burn injuries after a fire erupted at the trauma care ICU of the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha's Cuttack on Monday morning. The incident occurred around 2:30 am to 3 am, when critically ill patients were being treated. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi stated that the staff were injured while attempting to rescue the patients. Multiple fire engines arrived at the scene and were actively engaged in rescue operations. The hospital, a key medical facility in the region, faced significant challenges as the fire spread through the ICU, which housed patients requiring intensive care. Emergency services worked tirelessly to contain the blaze and evacuate those affected, though the casualty count remained high. The incident has raised concerns about fire safety protocols in healthcare facilities, particularly in areas with limited resources. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, which could have catastrophic consequences for patient care and staff safety. The tragedy has sparked calls for stricter regulations and improved emergency preparedness in medical institutions across the state.#odisha #cuttack #mohan_charan_majhi #scb_medical_college_hospital #icu
