Fire Breaks Out at Surat Mission Hospital

Surat, Gujarat – A major fire broke out at the Seventh Day Adventist Mission Hospital in the Athwa Lines area in the diamond city of Surat on Tuesday afternoon, causing panic among patients and hospital staff. Thick black smoke was seen billowing from the ground floor, prompting an urgent response from the fire brigade and local volunteers.

Upon receiving the distress call, multiple fire engines rushed to the spot and immediately began firefighting operations. Firefighters worked swiftly to control the flames and evacuate those inside the building. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, and officials have yet to confirm how many people may have been trapped when the blaze erupted.

Eyewitnesses on the scene described the tense moments as smoke filled the air. “We don’t know what caused the fire,” said a local resident who joined in the rescue efforts. “We brought down about 20 patients from the upper floors. Everyone was trying to help.”

A female patient, who was undergoing treatment for fever, recounted her terrifying experience. “I was resting in my room when smoke started coming in. People started shouting, ‘Run, run!’ I grabbed my things and ran downstairs as fast as I could,” she said, visibly shaken.

Several critical patients were wheeled out of the hospital on their beds, while others were supported by relatives and staff. Videos from the site showed patients and their families running to safety as emergency services secured the building.

“Firefighters are doing their best to control the situation and ensure everyone’s safety,” said a Surat Fire Department officer. “Our priority is to evacuate all patients and hospital staff and then contain the fire.”

The incident has raised concerns over fire safety protocols in private medical institutions. Local authorities have announced that a thorough inquiry will be conducted once the blaze is fully brought under control.

As of the latest update, no casualties have been reported, but a full medical evaluation of evacuated patients is underway. The hospital management is expected to issue a detailed statement after emergency operations conclude.