10 Killed in Fire at Unauthorized Hotel in Porto Alegre, Brazil

The blaze, which occurred early Friday at a makeshift homeless shelter, also injured 11, some critically.

The fire broke out around 2:00 AM in a defunct hotel used as a homeless shelter, lacking proper authorization.
Officials confirmed 10 fatalities and 11 injuries, with several victims in serious condition.
Forensic experts are on-site to identify the victims and determine the cause of the fire.
State Governor Eduardo Leite expressed deep upset and extended condolences to the families of the victims.
Local authorities are investigating the incident as the building lacked necessary safety measures.