Mysore/Mysuru, Dec. 27 -- Panic gripped areas surrounding K.R. Hospital as the bio-waste shed engulfed in flames leaving out thick smoke. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon at about 3.30 pm at the shed located behind Nursing College where the old beds, bedspreads and other materials were stored.

According to sources, the coir used for the beds initially caught fire and later spread to other materials emitting thick smoke towards J.K. Grounds located adjacent to Cheluvamba Hospital.

On noticing the fire, members of the general public informed the Fire personnel who rushed to the spot and doused the fire.

On receiving the information, Medical Superintendents of both K.R. Hospital and Cheluvamba Hospital arrived at the spot along w...