Fatal Hostel Fire in Poland Leaves Five Dead, Twelve Rescued

Authorities confirm the hostel lacked proper permits as investigations into the Pszow blaze continue.

A fire broke out late Sunday evening at a two-story hostel in Pszow, near Katowice, Poland, claiming five lives and injuring others.
Twelve individuals were rescued from the burning building, which was fully engulfed in flames upon firefighters' arrival.
A large-scale emergency response involved 120 firefighters and 34 vehicles in an effort to contain the blaze.
Initial investigations reveal the hostel was operating without the required permits, raising concerns over regulatory compliance.
Reports suggest the hostel's occupants were construction workers, though this has not yet been officially confirmed.