Fire at Residential Block in Valencia, Spain

SOURCE npr.org
A residential block in Valencia, Spain, was destroyed by fire, killing four people and leaving 14 missing. Firefighters and army experts are calculating the risks of entering the collapsed building due to the danger of collapse and intense heat.

Key Points

  • Firefighters and army experts are evaluating the risks of entering the building
  • Intense heat and risk of collapse are hindering rescue efforts
  • Residents have been displaced and provided temporary accommodation
  • The cause of the fire is still unknown

Cons

  • Four people have died as a result of the fire
  • Four firefighters are among the injured
  • 14 people are missing