At the Grand Kartal Hotel in Bolu, Turkey, a fire broke out in the early hours, leading to the deaths of ten individuals and injuring 32 others. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed that the fire ignited around 3:27 AM local time, potentially sparked in the restaurant section of the fourth floor. Reports indicated that at least two victims succumbed after jumping from windows as they attempted to escape. With 234 guests in the hotel at the time, the incident occurred during a busy holiday period.
Tragic Ski Resort Fire Claims 10 Lives in Turkey
Tragic Ski Resort Fire Claims 10 Lives in Turkey
A devastating fire at a Turkish hotel during peak ski season results in multiple fatalities and injuries.
Footage revealed desperate scenes as guests hung linen from windows, trying to find a way out amidst rising smoke. Bolu Governor Abdulaziz Aydin reported delays in fire engine response, taking over an hour due to the distance and severe weather conditions. Rescue operations involving 267 emergency personnel continued into the morning, as local officials worked to reach all parts of the building.
Ski instructor Necmi Kepcetutan recounted his escape, noting the chaos as guests cried for help. Although the fire was contained to the hotel, a nearby establishment was evacuated as a precaution. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, with justice officials assigned to look into the circumstance surrounding the incident.
Ski instructor Necmi Kepcetutan recounted his escape, noting the chaos as guests cried for help. Although the fire was contained to the hotel, a nearby establishment was evacuated as a precaution. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, with justice officials assigned to look into the circumstance surrounding the incident.
