A tragic fire incident that took place in Kuwait today, claimed the lives of about 43 people and injured at least 40 others.
As per On Manorama, 10 Indians, including five Keralites have lost their lives in the blaze.
The incident took place at Mangaf block In Kuwait's Ahmadi Governorate.
The origin of the fire is said to be one of the kitchens in the lower floors of the building.
As per sources, the fire rapidly spread all across the building leaving everything charred.
What might seem even more heartbreaking is the reports of a few individuals who leaped out of the building to escape the blaze and were killed.
Meanwhile, others succumbed to asphyxiation and burn injuries.