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Fire reported at a hospital in India as second wave of COVID-19 strains the healthcare system

Azmi HarounMay 1, 2021, 03:54 IST

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A drone photo shows a mass cremation of victims who died due to the coronavirus at a crematorium ground in New Delhi, India, on April 22, 2021.REUTERS/Danish Siddiqui

A fire was reported at a hospital in Gujarat, India, as the country struggles with a second wave of COVID-19 infections.

A fire was reported inside the Bharuch Welfare Hospital in Gujarat, India, on Friday, with early reports suggesting that there were casualties, according to local reports.

Videos on social media showed a part of the hospital engulfed in flames with fire crews attempting to stop the fire.

The horrific news comes as India is dealing with a surge in COVID-19 cases as well as a shortage of oxygen at hospitals.

This story is developing. Check back for updates.