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Young Girl Dies in Las Gabias House Fire, Another Child Injured

Authorities opened an inquiry into the cause following the blaze, prompting a day of mourning.

Overview

  • The fire broke out around 17:15 on Calle San José in the Gabia Grande area of Las Gabias near Granada.
  • Firefighters fought through intense flames to reach the child, who was found dead on the ground floor.
  • A second minor was injured and taken to hospital, and an adult was also inside though their condition was not disclosed.
  • Initial hypotheses suggest the living room as the possible origin, which the Guardia Civil will examine in its investigation.
  • The Las Gabias council declared an official day of mourning and suspended planned activities for Friday.