In a heartbreaking incident reported from Istanbul, a fire erupted at the Grand Kartal hotel in Bolu Province, claiming lives and trapping guests during a school holiday. The situation unfolded around 3:30 a.m. local time, catching many occupants off-guard as they slept.
Tragedy Strikes: Fire Claims Lives at Turkish Ski Resort
Tragedy Strikes: Fire Claims Lives at Turkish Ski Resort
A devastating fire at a popular ski resort in Turkey has left at least 10 dead and many injured during a peak vacation period.
The blaze, which engulfed part of the hotel, has left at least 10 people confirmed dead and injured 32 others. Authorities reported that many families had gathered at the resort for the winter school break, making the tragedy even more profound as the area was bustling with vacationers. Rescuers continued to search the premises for survivors, and there are fears that the already grim death toll may rise.
Videos captured by witnesses showed desperate hotel guests attempting to escape by tying bedsheets together to descend to safety. Local news sources indicated that smoke filled the air as firefighters and rescue teams from nearby towns rushed to the scene to contain the rapidly spreading fire. As of now, the cause of the fire remains under investigation, casting a somber shadow over what was supposed to be a joyful holiday getaway against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains.
Videos captured by witnesses showed desperate hotel guests attempting to escape by tying bedsheets together to descend to safety. Local news sources indicated that smoke filled the air as firefighters and rescue teams from nearby towns rushed to the scene to contain the rapidly spreading fire. As of now, the cause of the fire remains under investigation, casting a somber shadow over what was supposed to be a joyful holiday getaway against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains.
