At least 41 people have died in a building fire that occurred early Wednesday in the Mangaf district of southern Kuwait. The blaze, which began at approximately 4:30 AM in the kitchen of a lower floor, rapidly spread throughout the six-story building. The building primarily housed migrant workers, with a significant number of victims being from India, including five individuals from Kerala.
Around 195 laborers resided in this building, which is reportedly owned by a businessman from Kerala. Kuwaiti fire services acted swiftly to rescue dozens of residents, and over 30 injured individuals were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire. The state-run news agency KUNA reported that the fire has been brought under control, and forensic experts are examining the site for evidence.
The tragedy highlights ongoing concerns about the housing conditions for migrant workers in the region.