Islamabad: A fire erupted on June 13, 2026, at the Pakistan Customs warehouse in Dera Ismail Khan, causing a brief disruption during a planned relocation to a new facility. The incident was quickly contained, resulting in minimal damage to the goods stored within the warehouse.

According to Press Information Department, the fire began around 1600 hours when a vehicle involved in the relocation process caught fire. This incident led to a blaze that spread within the warehouse premises. Customs staff promptly initiated firefighting measures and activated emergency response protocols. The District Administration, Police Administration, and Rescue 1122 were notified immediately and arrived swiftly to assist with firefighting and rescue operations. The proactive measures taken during the ongoing relocation ensured that approximately 80 percent of the warehouse’s stock had already been transferred to the new facility. Most of the vehicles previously stored at the site had also been relocated, leaving behind primarily expired cigarettes and miscellaneous seized goods. The relocation was nearing completion and was expected to conclude in the coming days.

The emergency response was marked by coordinated efforts from Pakistan Customs, Rescue 1122, district authorities, and law enforcement agencies, which facilitated the safe evacuation of additional vehicles and assets. To aid firefighting and rescue operations, certain boundary walls and structures were partially demolished to allow better access for teams on the ground.

Notably, there were no reports of casualties or injuries. Firefighting operations continued until the fire was controlled, and assessment teams began evaluating the damage and recovering remaining assets. The exact cause of the fire and the final assessment of any losses will be determined following the completion of technical and administrative inquiries.

This incident highlights the significance of ongoing modernization and relocation efforts for Customs storage facilities. The successful transfer of the majority of the warehouse stock and vehicles to the new facility minimized potential losses and ensured the continuity of Customs operations. Pakistan Customs has expressed gratitude for the rapid assistance provided by Rescue 1122, the District Administration, Police Administration, and all personnel involved in the emergency response.