Atlas Winston
Published: Wednesday, April 09
Updated: Wednesday, April 09
1 week ago
Credited from: INDIATIMES
At least 20 people have tragically died in a fire that broke out at a nursing home in Hebei province, northern China, on Tuesday night, according to reports from state media South China Morning Post.
The blaze ignited around 9 PM local time in Longhua County, leading to a swift response from emergency services who managed to control the fire within approximately two hours. However, by 3 AM on Wednesday, 20 fatalities had been confirmed, with numerous other elderly residents evacuated to nearby hospitals for observation and treatment, as reported by TRT.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and authorities have detained a person in charge of the facility as part of the inquiry into this devastating incident. Social media reactions have highlighted the vulnerability of elderly individuals in such emergencies, as users expressed deep sympathy for the victims and called for a thorough investigation into safety practices in care facilities. Further details on the situation are anticipated, with the focus not just on the immediate ramifications but also on broader implications for elderly care in China as its population continues to age, following trends noted by India Times.
For continuous updates on the investigation and related safety measures in elderly care, stay tuned.
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