Overview

• The fire began late on May 31 in the hospital’s ground-floor geriatric ward and spread to the first floor.
• Emergency crews evacuated sections of the building as flames intensified through the night.
• At least three fatalities have been confirmed and around 50 people were treated for injuries, with 16 in critical condition.
• Approximately 160 firefighters battled the blaze for several hours before bringing it under control by dawn on June 1.
• Officials say the origin of the fire remains undetermined as investigators gather evidence.