Dozens of huts destroyed in Karachi slum fires

KARACHI: A fire that broke out in slums near Yasinabad Graveyard burned down dozens of huts on Sunday.

Police and fire brigade sources said that the fire erupted in a village near Yasinabad Graveyard on Sunday afternoon.

Three fire tenders were dispatched to put off the fire which was finally extinguished after efforts of several hours.

Police and fire brigade officials added that the fire destroyed dozens of huts and all belongings of the families living there.

Around a 100 huts in the area were also saved, the officials added.