KARACHI, Feb. 7 -- A major fire that erupted at a plastic factory in the Landhi Export Processing Zone (EPZ) escalated on Friday, with officials confirming that at least two factories are now affected by a third-degree blaze as firefighting operations continue.

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According to authorities, the fire initially broke out on the first floor of a plastic manufacturing unit, rapidly engulfing a large portion of the facility before spreading to a neighbouring warehouse used for shoe storage. Deputy Commissioner Malir Sameeullah Sheikh said the flames were now advancing toward a third factory, prompting emergency teams to focus on preventing further spread.

As a precautionary measure...