Hundreds evacuated from India hospital fire

    Hundreds of patients were evacuated from an Indian hospital to escape a fire.

    A blaze broke out in the pharmacy building of the Kolkata Medical College and Hospital.

    At least 10 fire engines attended the scene and more than 200 people were safely evacuated.

    Reports say thick smoke caused some panic as patients were removed from the building but no injuries from the incident have been reported.

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