A tragic fire at Pulse nightclub in Kocani, North Macedonia, claimed 51 lives and injured over 100 during a concert. Initiated by pyrotechnics igniting the roof, chaos ensued as patrons fled the club amidst smoke. Health officials reported many injuries requiring hospitalization, with offers of support coming from neighboring countries. Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski expressed deep sorrow over the incident, emphasizing the loss of young lives. An investigation is underway to assess the nightclub’s licensing and safety measures, highlighting the severity of this calamity in a nation of under 2 million people.
"All our capabilities have been put to use, in a maximum effort to save as many lives as possible of the young people involved in this tragedy," Taravari told reporters, at times looking visibly shaken.
This is a difficult and very sad day for Macedonia. The loss of so many young lives is irreparable, and the pain of the families, loved ones and friends is immeasurable," Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski wrote on X.
Officials said the injured have been taken to hospitals around the country, including the capital, Skopje, many with severe burns.
The club was in an old building that was previously a carpet warehouse and has been running for several years, according to local media.
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