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Fire Erupts at Packed La Rioja Nightclub as Crowd Evacuates Without Injuries

Officials point to a lighting short, with evacuation protocols delivering a safe outcome.

Overview

  • Flames broke out on the roof above the stage at Space on Ruta Nacional 38 in the early hours of Sunday, as captured in attendee videos.
  • The event producer attributes the incident to an electrical short in the lighting system, citing social media footage as corroboration.
  • Evacuation protocols were activated and the venue was cleared in about 1 minute 40 seconds, with no injuries reported.
  • Firefighters brought the blaze under control after several minutes, supported by public-safety staff, duty chief Jorge Vera and officers from Comisaría Sexta.
  • The show has been reprogrammed, and Clarín reports the club was temporarily closed by police and that multiple complaints were filed as the investigation continues.