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Local Media Report At Least 10 Dead in Tuzla Retirement Home Fire

Authorities are relocating residents as hospitals treat at least 20 people.

Overview

  • Fire broke out on an upper floor of the Tuzla facility, according to local reports and on-site footage.
  • Dnevni Avaz reported at least 10 fatalities, with figures described as provisional pending verification.
  • At least 20 people have been hospitalized so far, and local media indicate the injury count could rise.
  • Canton leader Irfan Halilagic confirmed there were deaths and said officials are arranging temporary accommodation for displaced residents.
  • Police have not publicly confirmed detailed casualty numbers, and one resident described hearing popping sounds before seeing flames.