Investigation Launched After Short‑Circuit Sparks Deadly Shahberi Fire

Preliminary reports point to a short‑circuit as the likely cause of the fire that broke out in a Shahberi furniture market workshop on 14 August. The blaze was fueled by abundant wood, plywood and foam. Fire crews cut the electricity supply and used high‑pressure water jets to contain the fire. Police have taken custody of the deceased’s body and opened a case while ordering a comprehensive safety audit of the market’s illegal workshops.