A devastating fire broke out late Monday evening in Manlleu, a town north of Barcelona, resulting in the deaths of five young people. The blaze, which originated in the attic of a five-story residential building, has left the local community in mourning.
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- The Origin: Firefighters traced the start of the blaze to a storage room located on the building’s rooftop.
- The Victims: All five fatalities were young individuals, some of whom may be minors. Police have confirmed that none of the victims were residents of the building.
- The Injuries: Five additional people were treated for minor injuries, mostly related to smoke inhalation; most were released shortly after medical evaluation.
The Investigation
The Mossos d’Esquadra (regional police) are currently leading a forensic investigation. Two major questions remain at the center of the inquiry:
- Cause: What triggered the fire in a storage area?
- Access: Why were the victims in a storage room of a building where they did not reside?
Identification of the victims is still underway, as the intensity of the fire has made formal verification a slow process.
Official Reactions
Regional President Salvador Illa expressed his “profound sadness” over the event, while other political leaders have joined in offering condolences to the families affected. The town of Manlleu is expected to observe a period of official mourning.
