A massive fire erupted in a cotton factory in Islamabad, reported the 24NewsHD TV channel on Tuesday.
The cotton factory is located in Madina Colony of Islamabad.
Soon after receiving the report, emergency vehicles rushed to the spot and started a firefighting operation to bring the fire under control.
Earlier, on February 10, 2026, a major fire that erupted at a factory in the Rawat Industrial Area near Rawalpindi was brought under control after hours of intense firefighting.
According to rescue authorities, the blaze broke out at an industrial unit in Rawat, triggering an immediate emergency response. Firefighters launched a large-scale operation, deploying up to 19 fire tenders to contain the flames.
As the intensity of the fire increased, additional vehicles from the fire brigade were called in to support the operation. Rescue officials said the firefighting effort continued for more than 16 hours, with emergency crews using water mixed with foam to suppress the blaze.
Officials confirmed that the fire has now been controlled, and cooling activities are ongoing to prevent any re-ignition. No immediate reports of casualties were received, while the cause of the fire is yet to be determined.
Reporter: Irshad Qureshi