In the early hours of Sunday, a deadly incident occurred at the San Carlos Clinical Hospital in Madrid when a fire broke out in a room on the fifth floor. A 68-year-old patient died, and 24 people were treated for mild poisoning caused by smoke inhalation. Hospital authorities confirmed details to EFE, noting that the fire originated inside the hospital building and prompted a rapid response from the medical and security staff on site.

Investigators are currently examining the exact cause of the fire, and initial reports indicate that the incident began around 01:00 local time in the room where the deceased patient had been moved earlier that morning. The hospital’s emergency protocol was activated promptly, and the first responders worked to confine the flames and prevent damage to adjoining areas of the facility.

Madrid city firefighters dispatched multiple teams to assist with smoke extraction and fire suppression. Their coordination with hospital personnel ensured that the fire was brought under control and that a wider danger to other hospital wings was averted, according to sources from Madrid Emergencies.

In total, 17 patients were relocated to other areas within the hospital network without further incidents, a measure taken to safeguard patient care while the emergency response was underway. Meanwhile, 24 individuals connected to the hospital environment, including police and security staff as well as nurses, received medical assessment and treatment for mild smoke exposure on site, with all showing positive progress in the hours following the event.

All affected people were discharged after their conditions improved, reflecting a favorable short-term outcome in a difficult incident. The hospital administration continues to monitor the situation and assist patients and families as investigators review the sequence of events that led to the blaze. This incident underscores the importance of rigorous fire safety protocols and efficient coordination between hospital staff and local emergency services. attribution: Madrid Emergency Services and hospital sources.