Victim of VIA fire incident succumbs to injuries

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Male’, Maldives – The victim of the fire incident which took place at Velana International Airport has passed away.

The fire, which took place at the fuel tanks in the sea plane operation area on 10th August, 2020 at Velana International airport started at around 18:15, however, was extinguished shortly after, by the fire fighting squad of the facility.

However, an individual was injured and was taken to Indhira Gandi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) for treatment.

The individual passed away from the injuries on Sunday.