A tragic fire broke out at a hospital in Pingtung County, Taiwan, claiming the lives of at least nine individuals on Thursday. The incident occurred as the island faced the onslaught of Typhoon Krathon, which made landfall with intense rains and strong winds, causing widespread disruption.
The victims succumbed to smoke inhalation as the fire's origin remained under investigation. Prompt response efforts were initiated, with soldiers from a nearby base joining forces with medical personnel and firefighters to evacuate patients and extinguish the flames.
