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Bosnia Retirement Home Fire in Tuzla Kills 11, Injures Dozens

Officials say an inquiry will begin once the building is secure.

Overview

  • Flames erupted around 8:45 p.m. Tuesday on an upper floor, with most reports pointing to the seventh level as the origin.
  • Police confirmed 11 deaths and roughly 30 people injured, including firefighters, police, staff, medical workers and residents.
  • Hospital officials reported several cases of carbon monoxide poisoning, with three patients in intensive care.
  • Authorities plan to start identifying the victims and formally investigate the cause when conditions allow.
  • Bosnian leaders issued condolences and offered assistance, and the retirement home’s director submitted his resignation.