According to local reports, a massive fire at a Pakistan Customs warehouse in Mastung district, southwestern Pakistan, injured at least 43 people as of May 12, 2026.
The fire broke out on Sunday morning at a customs warehouse located in the Luk Pass area of Balochistan province, near Quetta.
Authorities said the blaze rapidly spread through the facility, destroying stored vehicles and goods.
Officials stated that the presence of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders, fuel reserves, and hazardous materials intensified the fire.
During emergency response operations, an LPG bowser reportedly exploded at the site, increasing the severity of the incident.
Several injured victims were reported to be in critical condition with severe burn injuries.
The wounded were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment while firefighters and rescue teams continued working to control the flames.
Emergency authorities deployed rescue personnel, ambulances, fire trucks, and water tankers to the area.
Officials later confirmed that most of the fire had been brought under control, although firefighting operations were still ongoing.
Authorities are continuing investigations into the cause of the fire.
No official cause has been confirmed at this stage.
This incident highlights the importance of fire safety management, hazardous material storage protection, and emergency response preparedness in industrial facilities.
