Karachi: A horrific blaze swept through a slum settlement in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Block 12, late last night, turning over 200 makeshift homes (shanties) and many motorbikes into ash.

The fire started suddenly in the shanty town and quickly grew, swallowing dozens of homes in minutes. Fire Brigade teams fought the massive fire for several hours before finally bringing it under control.

Officials estimated that the settlement held about 500 shanties, with more than 200 completely destroyed. The fire also tragically killed some livestock and ruined many motorcycles parked nearby.

Fortunately, officials confirmed that no one was killed or injured in the incident. Rescue work lasted throughout the night, and authorities have now begun an investigation to find out what caused the destructive fire.