Deadly Nursing Home Fire in North China Claims 20 Lives

Authorities confirm 20 fatalities and 19 injuries in a Hebei province nursing home fire, with the State Council demanding a full investigation.

A fire broke out Tuesday evening at a nursing home in Chengde, Hebei province, approximately 220 kilometers northeast of Beijing.
At least 20 residents have been confirmed dead, with 19 others hospitalized for injuries sustained during the incident.
Authorities have arrested the individual responsible for the facility as investigations into the cause of the fire continue.
The Chinese State Council is overseeing the investigation and has instructed Hebei province to submit a comprehensive report on the tragedy.
The Ministry of Emergency Management emphasized the need for stricter safety protocols in elderly care facilities, citing the heightened risks for residents with limited mobility.