Nightclub fire kills 51 people in North Macedonia
Briefly

A devastating fire broke out at a nightclub in Kocani, North Macedonia during a concert, leading to at least 51 fatalities and approximately 100 injuries. The interior minister confirmed that sparks from pyrotechnics ignited the venue's roof, leading to heavy smoke filling the building. One arrest has been made, although details were not disclosed. Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski expressed the profound sadness for the loss of young lives and the immeasurable pain faced by families of the victims. This incident raises urgent discussions on safety regulations regarding pyrotechnics at events.
At least 51 people were killed and about 100 others injured in a fire that erupted during a concert at a nightclub in Kocani, North Macedonia.
State news outlet MIA reported that sparks from pyrotechnics caused the venue's roof to ignite and the building to fill with heavy smoke.
Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski described the day as sad for North Macedonia, acknowledging the irreparable loss of many young lives.
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