Tragic Nursing Home Fire Claims Ten Lives in Zaragoza
A devastating fire at a nursing home in the Zaragoza town of Villafranca del Ebro has resulted in at least ten confirmed deaths, according to reports from the EFE Agency and coverage by TVE. The incident occurred this morning at approximately 5 a.m. at the Residencia Jardines de Villafranca, where residents have tragically lost their lives amid the chaos.
Emergency services were quick to respond, with firefighters from the Zaragoza City Council on site, alongside the Civil Guard and Civil Protection volunteers. Reports indicate that there is at least one person critically injured as a result of the fire, although the total extent of injuries remains unclear. There were 82 residents present at the nursing home when the fire broke out, as confirmed by sources from the Aragonese government.
In addition to firefighters, a wide range of personnel has been present at the scene, including psychologists, social workers, and medical staff from medical emergency services as well as local health centers. Hospitals such as Royo Villanova, Miguel Servet, and Clínico Universitario have also been put on alert to prepare for any additional casualties or emergencies arising from the situation.
Authorities are still working to ascertain whether the flames have been fully extinguished and what conditions might still pose a threat within the facility. The response includes not just emergency services but also high-ranking officials, including the Aragonese government's Interior Minister Roberto Bermúdez de Castro and Ángel Val, the manager of the Aragonese Institute of Social Services (IASS), who are on their way to the nursing home to assess the situation and provide support.
As this tragic event unfolds, the community's focus remains on supporting the families affected by this loss and ensuring that those remaining in the nursing home receive the necessary care and assistance. The situation is still developing, and further updates are expected as more information becomes available.
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