At least ten fatalities and 14 injuries were reported following a fire at a Valencia apartment complex on Thursday. Pilar Bernabé, a city official, confirmed the tragic news, with four of the injured being firefighters. High winds and building cladding are suspected causes.
Among the victims were a young couple with children and two elderly individuals. No one is missing, but the search for survivors continues. The fire’s rapid spread raises questions about safety measures.
The material used in construction may have contributed to the intensity, resembling past disasters like Grenfell Tower. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez pledged support, while the Valencia government declared three days of mourning and offered financial aid. Residents have been relocated temporarily.
Source: Euro News
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