Hanoi fire forces evacuation at children’s hospital

A fire broke out at a house on the capital city’s La Thanh Street, near the Central Children Hospital, on September 17, forcing patients and their families in parts of the hospital to be evacuated.

Reportedly starting at around 6pm, the fire later spread to seven neighbouring houses and was approaching the hospital with smoke seen billowing from the area

All patients being treated in the B and C sections of the hospital were evacuated, NDO reported.

Many fire engines were dispatched to the scene, while several nearby streets were cordoned off. Traffic through La Thanh Street was also diverted to other routes.

The fire was mostly contained by 8pm with no reports of human casualties. The cause of the fire is now under investigation.