Iraq Wedding Hall Fire: 100 Dead, Over 150 Injured in Tragic Firework Explosion

On Wednesday, a fire broke out in a wedding hall in Iraq, resulting in the tragic loss of 100 lives. Over 150 people have also been injured in this unfortunate incident. Shockingly, even the bride and groom were affected by this unexpected disaster.

An official has stated that the fire occurred in the Ninewa Governorate of Iraq. The exact cause of the fire is not yet known. However, some media reports suggest that the fire may have been caused by fireworks following the wedding celebration. At the time of the fire, approximately 1,000 people were present at the wedding hall.

Rescue Team Arrives at the Incident Scene

The rescue team has reached the site of the incident. Along with essential information about the fire, several fire brigades and ambulance vehicles have also arrived at the scene. They are currently working to extricate individuals who were trapped in the incident. The wedding hall appears to be in complete disarray at the moment. The rescue team is diligently removing the bodies from the site.

Prime Minister of Iraq, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, has directed officials to provide immediate assistance to the affected individuals. Additionally, orders have been issued to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the matter.

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