Survivors: Mall Exits Locked During Deadly Pakistan Fire

Survivors of a major shopping mall fire in Pakistan have described scenes of panic and locked emergency exits, according to eyewitness accounts gathered by the BBC. The fire broke out in the busy multi-story center. Multiple people reported that several exit doors were locked when the fire started. This caused panic as crowds tried to escape. Witnesses described making desperate calls for help while trapped inside. The blaze spread rapidly through the building. Emergency services responded and fought the fire for hours. An investigation into the cause of the fire and the reports of locked exits is expected.