72-Year-Old Woman Survives Fire During Surgery at Alexandra Hospital

A shocking incident occurred at the Alexandra Hospital where a 72-year-old woman caught fire on the operating table during a scheduled surgery. The daughter of the patient recounted, ‘My mother was connected to a machine when it suddenly caught fire.’ Although the operation had been completed, the fire caused second-degree burns in multiple areas of her body. Fortunately, the medical staff acted quickly, extinguishing the flames and providing immediate care. The patient is now out of danger but will require further hospitalization for treatment. The daughter expressed concerns about potential technical failures or improper maintenance of the equipment involved. Despite their anger over the injustice, the family remains focused on ensuring the full recovery of their loved one.