Tragic Fire Claims Lives in Macedonian Disco
At least 50 fatalities reported following a fire at a concert in Kočani.
A devastating fire at the 'Pulse' disco in Kočani, North Macedonia, erupted around 3:00 AM this morning, resulting in at least 50 confirmed deaths, according to the country’s Ministry of Internal Affairs.
The incident occurred during a concert attended by approximately 1,500 people.
Reports indicate that around 100 individuals sustained injuries due to the blaze, with medical and law enforcement sources confirming the figures.
Among the injured, 27 have been hospitalized at the 'Sveti Naum Ohridski' hospital in Skopje, while 24 are receiving treatment at the Clinical Center.
Additionally, 18 individuals are admitted to the 'Osmi Septembar' hospital, with two in critical condition.
Local health facilities are overwhelmed, as approximately 30 injured persons have been treated at the Kočani hospital, where a significant number of relatives have gathered.
Around 60 of the injured have been directed to the hospital in Štip for further medical assistance.
The municipal branch of the Red Cross has commenced efforts to identify the deceased victims.
Local radio reports indicated that the fire broke out during a performance by the band DNK when a series of light effects were likely triggered.
Firefighting units from surrounding areas have been deployed to control the situation, amidst a growing response to the crisis.
The incident occurred during a concert attended by approximately 1,500 people.
Reports indicate that around 100 individuals sustained injuries due to the blaze, with medical and law enforcement sources confirming the figures.
Among the injured, 27 have been hospitalized at the 'Sveti Naum Ohridski' hospital in Skopje, while 24 are receiving treatment at the Clinical Center.
Additionally, 18 individuals are admitted to the 'Osmi Septembar' hospital, with two in critical condition.
Local health facilities are overwhelmed, as approximately 30 injured persons have been treated at the Kočani hospital, where a significant number of relatives have gathered.
Around 60 of the injured have been directed to the hospital in Štip for further medical assistance.
The municipal branch of the Red Cross has commenced efforts to identify the deceased victims.
Local radio reports indicated that the fire broke out during a performance by the band DNK when a series of light effects were likely triggered.
Firefighting units from surrounding areas have been deployed to control the situation, amidst a growing response to the crisis.
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