Fire incident in Barcelona hotel leads to mass evacuation and minor injuries
A man who was living in the area died this morning at the age of 58, a detail noted during the unfolding report. In the early hours, a fire broke out in a hotel located in the Eixample district of Barcelona, prompting a swift and coordinated emergency response that involved multiple city services and a significant evacuation of guests and staff. Local authorities confirmed the incident as the fire spread through parts of the building, casting a pall over a quiet neighborhood that seldom experiences such disturbances.
City officials announced on Saturday that the blaze began shortly after two o clock in the morning in a hotel room on Comte Borrell street, number 208. The rapid discovery of the fire by guests and first responders allowed for a prompt alarm and an orderly but urgent evacuation process, reducing the risk of more serious injuries. The event prompted a thorough investigation to determine the fire’s origin and to assess any potential safety lapses that could be addressed to prevent a recurrence. According to investigators, the fire originated in a room on the third floor, and fire crews acted quickly to contain the flames before they could spread further. The incident was treated as a precautionary response, with the aim of ensuring all guests could be evacuated and accounted for without delay.[Barcelona City Council]
The blaze affected the third, fourth and fifth floors of the hotel, and as a result, about eighty people were evacuated from their rooms and relocated to safe spaces. Most evacuees were able to return to their rooms once the situation was stabilized, but a small number, specifically six individuals, could not immediately return and were accommodated at another hotel within the city until it was safe to return. This cautious approach helped ensure that everyone had access to temporary housing and support while the building was secured and inspected for structural safety. The coordinated effort reflected the city’s readiness to manage hotel fires and protect vulnerable guests, including those who may have needed additional assistance during an emergency.
Emergency Medical System teams were on the scene and assessed the situation. Three people sustained minor injuries, though none required referral to a health center. The immediate care provided by paramedics ensured that injuries did not escalate and that those affected received appropriate attention on site. The medical teams emphasized that most injuries were minor, with no life threatening conditions reported, and that all evacuees received appropriate medical screening as part of the standard emergency response protocol.[Barcelona City Council]
In total, nine teams from the Barcelona Fire Brigade, along with City Police personnel and six SEM units, participated in the firefighting and rescue operation. The combined resources illustrate the city’s preparedness and capacity to mobilize a large, multi-agency response to protect residents and visitors. Firefighters worked methodically to extinguish the flames, prevent spread to adjacent floors, and support the orderly evacuation process. Their efforts, coordinated in real time with police and medical responders, helped bring the situation under control and minimize further risk to people and property. The incident remains under investigation as authorities continue to review the events leading up to the fire and to determine any necessary measures to enhance hotel safety and emergency readiness for occupants and staff alike.[Barcelona City Council]