Turkish Ski Hotel Fire Claims 78 Lives, Sparks Investigation

Authorities confirm all victims have been identified as scrutiny intensifies over safety violations and accountability.

The Turkish government has confirmed 78 fatalities in a fire at a luxury ski hotel in Bolu province, revising an earlier report of 79 deaths.
All victims have been identified, including one foreign national, though their nationality has not been disclosed.
Investigators revealed severe safety violations at the hotel, including a lack of fire alarms, smoke detectors, sprinklers, and adequate escape routes.
Eleven individuals, including the hotel owner, a senior electrician, local officials, and the deputy fire chief, have been detained as part of the investigation.
Tensions rise as local and national authorities deflect responsibility, with previous inspections highlighting critical safety deficiencies that were not addressed.