A 71-year-old man whose identity could not be learned lost his life in a fire that broke out in his home in Diyarbakır yesterday evening. The incident unfolded in the town of Peguera, part of the Calvià municipality. The fire alarm began after neighbors reported a strong smell of smoke and flames coming from a residence on Calle Puxet de Peguera. This information reached the local fire department as dusk settled, prompting a response from the Calvià fire and rescue teams who quickly mobilized to the scene.
Firefighters arrived at the indicated address and encountered visible smoke and fire upon opening the door. They immediately began ventilation efforts to clear the dwelling of smoke and to establish a safer environment for residents and responders. During the operation, the teams discovered the body of a 71-year-old man who had been the sole occupant of the home. The discovery underscored the tragedy and the urgency of preserving life in the early moments of the fire as crews worked to control the flames.
Initial assessments suggest the fire had started several hours before neighbors noticed it. The flames, sustained for a period, were said to have subsided on their own once the oxygen within the building was depleted. At this stage, the exact cause remains unknown, and investigators are pursuing a thorough examination to determine how the fire began and whether any safety or electrical factors played a role. The Calvià Civil Guard was promptly informed and has initiated an inquiry to pinpoint the origin of the incident and to understand the sequence of events that led to the occupant’s death.
The investigation team conducted a comprehensive review of the home with care and without disrupting the scene more than necessary. Officials are also checking whether there were any close relatives or neighbors who might have needed to be notified or who could provide additional context about the deceased. The focus remains on establishing a clear timeline of the incident, identifying potential contributing factors, and ensuring that all appropriate protocols were followed during the response and ongoing inquiry. The community awaits further findings as authorities continue their work to determine what happened and to offer any needed assistance to those impacted by the tragedy.