Fire at La Plagne Hotel Forces Evacuation of Hundreds
Over 400 guests were evacuated, with minor injuries reported, as firefighters work to fully extinguish the blaze and investigate its undetermined cause.
- The fire broke out at a four-star MMV village club hotel near La Plagne ski resort at approximately 2:45 AM on April 9, 2025.
- Between 428 and 500 people were evacuated as part of a communal safety plan, with evacuees relocated to a gymnasium and sports hall.
- Five minor injuries have been reported, including four guests affected by smoke inhalation and one firefighter injured during the response.
- Over 100 firefighters, later reported as up to 130, were deployed to contain the fire, which has affected three-quarters of the building but is not yet fully extinguished.
- Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, which remains undetermined, while ensuring the risk of further spread is minimized.