Fire erupts at nursing home in Uruguay, killing 10
(MENAFN) In the Uruguayan city of Treinta y Tres, a tragic fire broke out Sunday morning at a nursing home, resulting in the loss of 10 lives, as reported by to the National Fire Department. The victims, tragically, included 8 women as well as 2 men. The incident occurred at 6:00 AM regional time in the "Adulto Mayor" residential complex situated in the city center.
Following the outbreak, firefighters swiftly responded alongside experts from the Montevideo Casualty Investigation Department to provide assistance and determine the cause of the fire. Investigations are ongoing to ascertain the circumstances that led to this devastating incident.
Moreover, Uruguay has been experiencing a cold wave since last week, with temperatures dropping below 0 degrees Celsius in the early mornings and daytime temperatures remaining below 10 degrees Celsius. Treinta y Tres, located in eastern Uruguay, serves as the capital city of the Treinta y Tres Department, with a population of approximately 25,000 residents situated 288 kilometers northeast of Montevideo.
The community of Treinta y Tres and the nation as a whole mourn the loss of life in this tragic event, pointing out the need for continued vigilance and safety measures to prevent such occurrences in the future.
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