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Fire Engulfs Commercial Complex on Baghdad’s Al-Zilal Street
A large blaze has spread through warehouses and adjacent buildings on a busy commercial street in Baghdad. Civil Defense teams are working to contain the fire while residents have been evacuated.
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A fire broke out on Al-Zilal Street in Baghdad and quickly engulfed a major commercial complex along with surrounding warehouses. Flames have spread to nearby structures, prompting the evacuation of residents in the immediate area. Civil Defense teams are on site attempting to bring the blaze under control.
The street lies near Palestine Street and functions as a dense commercial hub that includes electrical goods, refrigeration equipment, and storage units. No casualties have been confirmed. Thick smoke continues to rise from the site as firefighters work amid the commercial buildings.
The area has experienced similar fires in recent years that produced substantial financial losses while resulting in limited casualties.
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