Fire in a market in Kuwait - in pictures

Plumes of smoke at the site of a fire that broke out on Thursday at Mubarakiya souq in Kuwait City. EPA
Eight fire squads fought to put out the blaze after it spread to about 20 shops at the historic market. EPA
The fire spread quickly because many of the shops were packed with flammable materials. EPA
Emergency medical teams treated 14 people who suffered injuries, including minor burns, as well as other cases involving smoke inhalation. EPA
Firemen cordoned off several areas as they fought to bring the fire under control and had to push crowds back. EPA
This is the third major fire to break out in Kuwait this year. EPA
Kuwait's fire brigade says an investigation to determine the cause of the fire will be opened. EPA
Mubarakiya market is a favourite shopping place for Kuwaitis and residents as they prepare for Ramadan, which is set to start on Saturday. AFP
Emergency medical teams and ambulances moved to the site of the fire a few minutes after it broke out. AFP