At least 20 people killed, 6 injured This Friday, a fire broke out in an illegally operating senior citizens’ residence in a town in Russia. Kemerovo, inside Siberiaofficial sources announced.
“According to the latest data, 20 people died,” said the Ministry of Emergencies of Russia.
Authorities received the notice of the fire in a private adult residence. worked without authorizationFriday at 22:20 (local time).
When the fire brigade came, the flames had already spread over 180 square metersAccording to the agency TASS.
While the fire was extinguished at around 23.15, rescue efforts continued for those trapped in 20 degrees below zero.
The first cause of the tragedy “violation of fire code“When using the stove.
Authorities opened a criminal case and promised to re-inspect all private residences.