Fire at nursing home in Chile kills 16 residents
Summary
A fire at a nursing home in Chile killed at least 16 elderly residents and forced the evacuation of 10 others. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, and Chile’s president has ordered a review of nursing home conditions across the country.Key Facts
- The fire happened at the El Edén nursing home about 640 km (400 miles) south of Santiago, Chile’s capital.
- At least 16 elderly people died in the fire.
- Ten other residents were evacuated safely.
- The fire started around 10:30 p.m. local time and was extinguished the next morning.
- Investigators do not yet know why the fire started.
- Chile’s President José Antonio Kast ordered a nationwide review of nursing homes to prevent future tragedies.
- Local officials are supporting the families of victims.
- Police and firefighters are managing the site and ensuring safety after the fire.
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